Sr. Procurement Specialist (USI8)

VSE AVIATION INC (US) • Doral, FL

5d • Onsite

About The Position

As part of a leading global aerospace distributor, this position will be directly responsible for the successful implementation of a new business channel as well as a supportive role in buying of material required for distribution. It will require a detail-oriented self-starter with exceptional analytical skills.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree OR an additional 3 years of specific work experience in lieu of degree.
• 7+ years of relevant/technical work experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and scheduling applications
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Effective time management, able to identify and prioritize tasks necessary to meet long and short-term objectives
• Statistical Analysis and Modeling
• Team oriented, resourceful, and fast learner

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree
• 10+ years of purchasing work experience
• PowerBI or other BI tool License
• Knowledge of Component Control Quantum is a plus

Responsibilities

• Understanding of Microsoft PowerBI design and implementation of a complete business plan; followed by dashboards, reports, visualizations, and interactive (auto-updated from Component Control Quantum ERP system) analysis of the plan and associated metrics, KPIs, trending, cost control, comparison, what-if queries, etc.
• Responsible for purchasing complex or unusual, technical, or high value materials, supplies, or services
• Leads aspects of strategic sourcing, which may include, Statement of Work (SOW) and Request for Proposal (RFP) preparation, proposal evaluation, price/cost analysis, contract negotiation, vendor management, and contract administration
• Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates in order to determine the best bid among potential suppliers
• Tracks the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders
• Prepares purchase orders and sends copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests
• Oversees and/or conducts supplier site visits as necessary

Benefits

• background check
• drug testing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree