Manufacturing Procurement Associate

ACD INC • Westfield, MA • 7h ago

The Procurement Manufacturing Engineer supports the Procurement &
Planning function by applying strong manufacturing and supplier-quality
fundamentals while assisting with select procurement execution
activities. This role bridges the gap between tactical buying and
procurement leadership by addressing supplier manufacturing risks,
leading corrective actions, supporting delivery recovery, and
contributing to purchasing activities as needed. The position is well
suited for candidates with a solid manufacturing background who are
looking to expand into supplier-facing and procurement-support
responsibilities. Duties and Responsibilities Supplier Manufacturing &
Quality Support ? Act as the primary technical interface with suppliers
regarding manufacturing processes, inspection issues, scrap, and rework.
? Support supplier root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive action
(CAPA) activities. ? Support supplier capability and risk assessments,
including on-site and remote audits. ? Assess supplier manufacturing
processes such as machining, heat treatment, coatings, inspection, and
metrology. ? Support Quality and Engineering in resolving supplier
nonconformances impacting delivery, cost, or compliance. ? Assist
Procurement Lead with preparation of RFQ technical summaries.
Procurement & Delivery Support ? Execute purchasing actions for
technically complex or high-risk parts as assigned. ? Place and manage
purchase orders as needed to support workload balance and business
growth. ? Support expediting efforts by addressing underlying technical
causes of delivery delays. ? Assist in supplier selection and sourcing
decisions from both technical and procurement perspectives. ? Review
supplier quotes for technical alignment with drawings and
specifications. ? Provide technical input to pricing, inventory
planning, and sourcing decisions. ? Support Buyer workload during peak
demand or staffing constraints. Cross-Functional Collaboration &
Continuous Improvement ? Serve as a technical bridge between
Procurement, Quality, Engineering, Operations, and Planning. ? Provide
manufacturing input to improve lead-time accuracy and delivery
reliability. ? Resolve supplier technical issues at the working level to
reduce executive escalation. ? Support supplier development, process
improvement, and risk-reduction initiatives. ? Reinforce procurement
standards, quality expectations, and supplier accountability.
Qualifications Required (Must-Have Foundations) ? Demonstrated ability
to read and interpret engineering drawings and blueprints
(non-negotiable). ? Hands-on experience working with manufactured parts,
suppliers, or production environments. ? Working knowledge of
manufacturing processes such as machining, heat treatment, coatings,
inspection, or related operations. ? Experience supporting supplier
issue resolution, quality investigations, or corrective-action
activities. ? Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to drive
issues to resolution. ? Clear written and verbal communication skills
with suppliers and internal stakeholders. ? Ability to work effectively
across technical and non-technical teams. ? Working knowledge of ERP
systems and Microsoft Office tools. ? Ability to travel as required. ?
U.S. citizenship required. Preferred (Ideal, Not Required) ? Bachelor?s
degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a
related technical field?or equivalent hands-on experience. ? Experience
in AS9100 and/or ISO9001-regulated environments. ? Exposure to supplier
audits, manufacturing capability assessments, or process-improvement
initiatives. ? Experience working with procurement, supply-chain, or
planning teams. ? Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or
continuous-improvement tools for more information resume to
Tomm@aircraftcoponetdesign.com

ACD INC

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