Procurement specialist

HEICO • Coral Gables, FL

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About The Position

Gables Engineering, a HEICO Company, is seeking a Procurement Specialist to plan complex, multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs), analyze MRP requirements, and manage procurement activities that keep production supplied on time. This is a technical buying role requiring analysis of purchasing requirements and informed decisions, rather than simply processing system-generated requisitions.

The specialist will manage supplier relationships, requests for quotations (RFQs), price negotiations, purchase orders, and delivery follow-up, while supporting cost reduction, lead-time improvements, and supply chain efficiency. The role is primarily office-based with regular time on the manufacturing floor in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities. Occasional business-related travel is required.

Gables Engineering, founded in 1946 and based in Coral Gables, Florida, develops avionics controls and advanced cockpit solutions and works with airlines and OEMs worldwide. It is part of HEICO. The company describes its vertically integrated operations, the real-world impact of its products in aircraft cockpits, and the stability of a global aerospace company combined with a close-knit team.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of procurement experience.
• Experience procuring active and passive electronic components.
• Proficiency with ERP software.
• Ability to manage challenging commodities and a high-volume MRP workload.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with employees at all levels.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Occasional business-related travel is required.
• Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) due to export control requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in an ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 certified environment.
• Relevant professional certification, such as CPSM, CPM, or APICS.
• Experience in the avionics industry.

Responsibilities

• Plan complex, multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs), review MRP demand and planning parameters, and align material requirements with production needs.
• Select approved suppliers and manufacturer parts; request and evaluate quotations; and negotiate pricing and terms as needed.
• Issue purchase orders and verify their accuracy before submitting them to suppliers.
• Create new purchased-part records and maintain accurate part parameters.
• Monitor open purchase order reports to support on-time delivery and identify potential delays early.
• Coordinate with Production Planners to ensure components are delivered on schedule.
• Keep the Purchasing Manager informed of late deliveries, quality issues, and other critical supply chain concerns.
• Develop and maintain supplier relationships that support competitive pricing, reliable deliveries, quality, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement.
• Track rejections and return material authorizations (RMAs).
• Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Accounts Payable, Quality, Manufacturing, and other departments as needed.
• Support cost reduction, lead-time improvements, and supply chain efficiency.

Benefits

• The company describes the stability of a major global aerospace leader combined with the agility of a close-knit team.
• The company describes the work as having real-world impact in aircraft cockpits around the world.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed