Position Summary
The Procurement Specialist oversees the requisition of goods and services for the company. They receive purchase requisitions from employees or departments and contact possible vendors that can supply the items. They compare the price quotations of these vendors and choose the most cost-efficient option. Upon choosing, procurement buyers notify the vendor and proceed with the request. Procurement buyers are responsible for the receipt of goods from the suppliers. They check the deliveries and ensure that all orders are complete and in good condition. They also handle the receipts and consolidate these for processing of payment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Duties include, but not limited to:
Purchasing parts
Researching vendors
Communicating with vendors for quoting services
Monitor open purchase orders
Prepares/execute purchase orders based on approved requisitions, Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), and other similar and necessary documents related to the purchasing of supplies, equipment, services, and materials
Perform a variety of duties required to support purchasing activities.
Managing the end-to-end supply chain relationship with vendors to ensure the best possible quality, cost, delivery, and overall supplier reliability
Developing new and alternative sources of supply where vendors and preferred suppliers are inadequate
Continually monitoring, evaluating, and reporting on the performance of both current and prospective vendors
Reviewing MRP requirements to ensure component deliveries are scheduled in line with production requirements, reviewing and issuing purchase orders and making necessary changes to requirements, schedule, and price
Ensuring that critical purchase orders are communicated to the vendors and are effectively expedited to maintain smooth production operations
Assist in building and coordinating effective supplier management processes and strong supplier relationships and partnerships
Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers
Determine quantity and timing of deliveries
Monitor all open purchase orders to ensure vendors on time delivery
Interfaces closely with Engineering, Quality, Facilities, Administration, suppliers, and all levels of management to evaluate proposals, statement of work (SOW), and other technical documents
Performing all operations according to appropriate government regulations (FAR, DFAR, ITAR, EAR) and in accordance with NASS standards
Performing all operations according to prescribed safety, health, and environmental principles
Participating in Continuous Improvement projects
Manage and report on all GFP IAW DoDI 4161.02 and all applicable FAR Clauses
Be willing to work extended shifts and non-standard hours
Willing to relocate OCONUS
Other duties as assigned by your supervisor
Requirements
Minimum Requirements
The required skills and knowledge include:
Strong understanding of procurement procedures
Strong understanding of DoDI 4161.02 and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement
Strong understanding of Defense Contracts
Minimum of 2-4 years of progressive experience in government contracting and procurement
Demonstrated ability to manage the procurement of goods and services from cradle to grave
Demonstrated ability to communicate the sourcing process effectively at all levels in the company through both verbal and written presentations and reports
Demonstrated ability to communicate articulately and persuasively with all levels of teams, including superiors and executives
Ability to use metrics, methods and procedures which drive sourcing results across the team / projects and provide linkage to corporate objectives
Ability to perform in a dynamic and high-energy environment with the capability to simultaneously managing multiple projects with demanding schedules
Excellent analytical skills are required
Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
Positive disposition with a desire to assist others to achieve common goals
Education
The minimum level of education required is:
Bachelor's Degree in a business, finance or government field required
Degree requirement may be substituted by Highschool Diploma and 2 - 4 years relevant experience
Desired Requirements
The desired skills, knowledge, and education include:
CPSR experience is preferredSolid Deltek/Costpoint experience and knowledge of Accounts Payable processes is preferred
Knowledge of applicable guiding instructions, FAR/DFARS
Other Qualifications
Outside of the above, other certifications, licenses, or clearances include
Must be a US Citizen
Must possess a Secret clearance or above
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Special Note
The position is contingent upon candidate's ability to meet physical and medical requirements as needed by the position; including compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements.
Benefits and Compensation
At MAG Aerospace, we value your contributions providing our employees with a robust Total Rewards package that supports your total well-being. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 30 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in MAG's Total Rewards programs. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits as well as paid leave, professional development, and tuition assistance. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our Total Rewards Program by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site: https://www.magaero.com/benefits/. Salary at MAG Aerospace is determined by various factors including but not limited to location, the particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $65,000 to $75,000 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of MAG's total compensation package for employees.
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Job Locations Camp Humphries S. Korea
ID 2025-7913
Work Region OCONUS
Category Logistics
Type Regular Full-Time
Clearance Secret
