Procurement Specialist

Schedule: Monday–Friday | Remote Fridays available

About the Opportunity: We are seeking a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to support a growing aerospace and electronics manufacturing operation. This is not a traditional purchasing role focused solely on processing purchase orders. We're looking for a technical buyer who understands manufacturing requirements, can interpret complex Bills of Materials (BOMs), evaluate MRP demand, and make informed purchasing decisions to keep production moving. The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience purchasing electronic components, managing supplier relationships, and navigating supply chain challenges in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

What You'll Do: Analyze multi-level BOMs and MRP-generated requirements to identify purchasing priorities and material needs. Source active and passive electronic components, including integrated circuits, capacitors, resistors, and other production materials. Prepare RFQs, evaluate supplier quotations, and negotiate competitive pricing, lead times, and purchasing terms. Manage purchase orders from initial placement through delivery, proactively addressing shortages and supplier delays. Work closely with production planning and engineering teams to ensure material availability aligns with manufacturing schedules. Maintain accurate purchasing data, supplier records, and part information within ERP/MRP systems. Build strong supplier relationships while identifying opportunities to improve cost, delivery performance, and supply chain efficiency.

What We're Looking For: 3+ years of purchasing or procurement experience within a manufacturing environment. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline. Strong hands-on experience interpreting Bills of Materials (BOMs).Experience analyzing MRP requirements and making independent purchasing decisions. Background purchasing electronic components or technically complex manufacturing materials. Proficiency with ERP/MRP platforms such as IFS, SAP, or similar systems. Strong negotiation, supplier management, and problem-solving skills. Ability to manage high-volume purchasing requirements while balancing multiple priorities.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in aerospace, avionics, aviation, defense, automotive, medical devices, or electronics manufacturing. Familiarity with IFS ERP software. Knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, ITAR, or EAR requirements. Experience managing component shortages, extended lead times, and supplier delivery challenges. Supply chain or procurement certifications are a plus.