Senior Supply Chain Specialist - Averro : Job Details

TITLE: Sr. Procurement/Supply Chain Specialist

TYPE: Contract/Contract to Hire

LOCATION: Mesquite, TX

PAY: $47 - $53/hr

BENEFITS: Medical insurance, 401K, sick leave, and employee assistance program. Depending on your package selection, Averro offers PTO, paid holidays, dental/vision, pet, and legal insurance.

ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES

We are seeking a Senior Procurement/Supply Chain Specialist for a premier defense manufacturing company that is opening a new production location. This role is responsible for negotiating terms and agreements with suppliers to prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders. This would be a great opportunity for someone with experience in purchasing looking to further their career in the DOD space.

• Develops and executes sourcing strategy, evaluates and recommends suppliers, and negotiates contracts for assigned categories or departments
• Develops and distributes RFPs/RFQs and collects bids
• Evaluates proposals/quotes based on quality, cost, or other criteria and recommends suppliers
• Works with selected suppliers to develop mutually acceptable contractual agreements
• Supports tactical purchasing operations, such as the issuance of purchase orders or the payment of invoices
• Ensures that all procurement activities comply with internal policies and external regulations
• Coordinates with Planners and Schedulers to achieve optimal manufacturing supply chain processes

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree in Business Administration OR equivalent years of experience
• 5-7+ years of procurement, material, or supply chain management experience.
• Prior DOD procurement experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of legal aspects of purchasing/procurement as required by federal, state and local levels of public laws and regulations, UCC, DFARS.
• Demonstrated working knowledge of purchase order documentation (single/sole source, source selection, price/cost analysis contract flow down, cost accounting standards, certifications etc.) and its significance within the procurement process.
• Demonstrated skills in negotiations of major procurements/prime contracts.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with ability to work effectively in a team environment and across all levels of an organization.
• Excellent problem-solving, planning, organizational, oral and written communication skills. Must be able to identify and resolve issues/problems in a timely manner and develop alternative solutions.
• Excellent computer skills. Must be proficient with MS Office, including the use of MRP systems and electronic purchasing modules.
• Experience in a start-up environment desired.

WHY AVERRO?

Averro is a Veteran-Owned organization dedicated to delivering innovative talent solutions, business consulting, and technology services that propel businesses and careers forward. We live by our ethos: Be Curious | Build Trust | Empower Each Other. These values show in our commitment to client satisfaction, timely support, and unmatched consultant care. Our Aim – Your Ascent.

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