PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Senior Procurement Agent, in Torrance, CA. Job ID#216342
Pay Rate: $126,000 - $159,000/yrly
Job Description:
This is an exciting role an innovative, high-growth defense technology company. As a Senior Procurement Agent (Contract), you will source contract manufacturers for build-to-print assemblies, production components, off-the-shelf items (COTS) and manage a Bill of Materials (BOM) for several teams and programs for direct material procurement. The right person for this role has purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment, is able to read blueprints/drawings, and is well versed with ERP/PLM/MRP/MES systems and working in new product introduction environments. If you are someone who enjoys launching new products, influencing component selection, strategically sourcing and developing suppliers and owning a project from cradle-to-grave, then this is the role for you.
Duties
Procurement Operations
o Lead RFI/RFP/RFQ for direct materials
o Leads direct material procurements for multiple programs and projects
o Delegate/Execute purchase orders for production parts using a Bill of Materials (BOM)
o Support continuous improvement initiatives for cost savings, quality improvement, and on-time delivery.
o Maintain accurate and organized records
• Supplier Relationship Management
o Lead supplier risk identification, mitigation and contingency planning
o Lead supplier open order and scorecard meetings for critical suppliers
o Lead price negotiations and terms & conditions
o Lead and conduct supplier/vendor site audits
• Other duties as assigned
Required Qualifications
• BS degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field
• 8+ years of procurement experience in Aerospace/Defense or related industry
• Strong knowledge of Machined metal/Metal fab/Electro-mechanical/Build-to-print manufacturing
• Strong knowledge of Build-to-Print manufacturing of cable and wire harness assemblies
• Strong knowledge for procurement of COTS components and connectors for in-house or contract manufacturing
• Support implementation and drive CPSR compliance
• Strong experience with drafting agreements (i.e. SOWs and MSAs)
• Knowledge of AS9100 standards
• Experience with Supplier Development and Management
• Experience with developing and improving processes, procedures and work instructions
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Collaborative; capable of working across all levels of the organization
• Organized; comfortable working in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• US Citizen and/or Permanent Resident (future security clearance may be required)
Desired Qualifications
• Direct experience in sourcing electro-mechanical/PCBA/build-to-print assembly procurement and manufacturing (contract manufacturing)
• Experience with cable & wire harness assemblies
• Experience with/exposure to Lean Six Sigma methodologies
• Data Analytics experience– BAQs, SQL, DMT, Query/Script creation
• Experience with ERP systems (i.e. SAP, Oracle, Deltek)
• Experience with Supply Chain Trade Compliance
ITAR REQUIREMENTS:
To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.