Procurement Specialist

Killdeer Mountain Manufacturing • Dickinson, ND

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About The Position

KMM is a contract manufacturer specializing in electronic circuit board assemblies, cables, harnesses, and ground support equipment. The Procurement Specialist is solely responsible for tracking open orders with suppliers and manufacturers and relaying order information to necessary stakeholders. The role uses the KMM MRP system and requires a commitment to process improvements and accurate, timely communication.

The position has no supervisory responsibilities. It supports order tracking and schedule adjustments, delegated actions related to Notices of Escape (NOEs) and the Government-Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP), year-end inventory cycle counts, supplier visits, and Supplier Review Board facilitation. The role is expected to follow KMM’s quality management principles, including customer focus, leadership, engagement of people, process approach, continuous improvement, evidence-based decision-making, and relationship management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and OneNote, and other software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking English.
• An acceptable combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Ability to walk, sit, or stand to a significant degree; climb ladders or stairs; stoop, crouch, kneel, and bend; and handle, feel, and grip for some activities.
• Visual acuity to read labels and inspect work.
• Ability to learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, make timely decisions within a workflow, communicate effectively, and complete tasks subject to a speed or productivity quota.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in supply chain management, logistics, business administration, or a related field, ideally in a fast-paced or high-volume manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Send order lists to suppliers for status updates.
• Obtain tracking numbers from suppliers for shipped material.
• Update dates and tracking numbers in the KMM MRP system.
• Assist with moving open orders in or out in accordance with customer demand, as needed.
• Take delegated action for Notices of Escape (NOEs).
• Take delegated action for Government-Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP) matters.
• Assist in year-end inventory cycle counts.
• Consult with the Supplier Quality Coordinator, Procurement Coordinator, and Supplier Compliance Specialist about details required for on-site supplier visits.
• Consult with the Supplier Compliance Specialist about details required for Supplier Review Board (SRB) facilitation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED