Procurement Specialist - Randstad : Job Details

Location: Madison, MS (Fully Onsite; Hybrid Schedule Possible After One Year)

Pay Rate: $25-$27 per hour

Employment Type: Contract-to-Hire (Conversion in 6-9 Months)

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday (7:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Flexible if Needed)

Start Date: ASAP

Company Overview

Vertex Aerospace is seeking a Procurement Specialist I to join our dynamic Supply Chain Department in Madison, Mississippi. This role operates in a bullpen-style team environment, requiring a proactive and detail-oriented professional with strong Excel, data analysis, and multitasking skills. If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and enjoy problem-solving, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Position Overview

The Procurement Specialist I will work closely with senior procurement specialists to manage procurement activities for a designated program. Responsibilities include issuing purchase orders (POs), handling billing issues, troubleshooting supplier invoices, and managing supplier acknowledgments and delivery tracking. The role requires on-the-job training (OTJ) and job shadowing with senior team members to develop expertise in procurement functions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Source, negotiate, and purchase machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, and services.
• Create and manage requests for quotations (RFQs) and supplier certifications.
• Issue purchase orders (POs) under $30K and track supplier performance.
• Analyze statistical data to establish pricing objectives and determine feasibility.
• Maintain and update SAP with accurate procurement data.
• Troubleshoot and resolve supplier invoice issues.
• Participate in supplier visits and assist in developing program review agendas.
• Monitor industry trends and evaluate opportunities to optimize procurement strategies.

Qualifications:

• Education: Minimum High School Diploma required; Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management preferred.
• Experience:
• New graduates with a Supply Chain degree OR
• 1-3 years of experience with a High School Diploma.
• Skills: Proficiency in Excel, strong data analysis capabilities, and ability to multitask.
• Nice to Have: Experience with SAP is a plus.
• Industry Experience: Open to candidates from various industries, aerospace experience is not required.