Procurement Specialist

Description Rugged Science is seeking a Procurement Specialist to enhance our Purchasing Department. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to work on a diverse range of projects, for both Industrial and Government applications. The preferred candidate will have at least two years’ experience with electronic component purchasing. Successful candidates will possess strong communication, organization, and time management skills along with experience in utilizing ERP systems. Responsibilities Utilize the ERP system to complete daily purchasing based on BOM requirements Develop and maintain supplier relationships Negotiate contracts with vendors to ensure cost and lead time requirements are met Manage flow of material from origin through delivery to warehouse Initiate new vendor evaluation and selection process Utilize ERP system to identify long lead items that could negatively impact product delivery Manage and communicate material issues with key decision makers within the production group Work cohesively with the Production and Engineering Departments to ensure timely delivery Maintain an End-of-Life Inventory Management Program to ensure the Sales and Engineering Departments have adequate time to prepare for EOL material changes Identify sources for obsolete material and negotiate last time purchases of EOL material Adhere to the Counterfeit Mitigation Program Requirements Time management Attention to detail Negotiation skills Effective communication DOD Contracting and procurement (preferred) Experience with Global Shop Solutions ERP (preferred) Education Requirement: Bachelors in Business Administration