Bobit Business Media
Procurement Specialist
Bobit Business Media, San Luis Obispo, California, us, 93403
Edge Autonomy is a leader in providing innovative autonomous systems, advanced optics, and resilient energy solutions to the US Department of Defense, the US Federal Civilian Agencies, allied governments, academic institutions, and commercial entities.
We are a company built from pioneers and we believe that innovation, no matter how small or how early, helps create a better world.The Procurement Specialist with moderate supervision is responsible for the day-to-day purchasing activity of the company based on production orders. The Procurement Specialist is responsible for working with supply chain management to communicate shortages, delays, and component obsolescence. The Procurement Specialist utilizes cost comparison tools, communicates and negotiates with vendors, and improves the overall purchasing process.Responsibilities
Purchase materials and supplies to meet company objectives.Prioritize purchasing based on lead time, prioritize expedited assembly/build to meet schedule.Review engineering/costed BOMs to ensure the purchasing information is up to date.Purchase shop supplies needed per department on a weekly basis.Manage suppliers and ensure schedule is on track.Support make vs buy decision via cost analyzes.Coordinate non-conformance with Quality and ask vendors for root cause analyzes.Support outsourcing, supplier qualification and supplier selection.Negotiate price, payment terms, lead time and long term agreements.Work with engineering and production for purchasing/productionizing prototype BOMs.Communicate with management as shorts, delays, or component obsolescence surface.Coordinate with accounting to ensure compliance for billing and taxation.Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, or Finance.4+ years’ purchasing/procurement experience in a related industry of Military and Aircraft.AS9100 experience required and previous aerospace experience required.Knowledge required of different commodities and materials and specs (mechanical, electrical, 3D-print, PCB’s, cable harnesses, connectors).Experience in sourcing, supplier development, supplier assessment and cost reduction projects.Experience managing supplier KPI’s.2+ years utilizing MS office, ERP system, QuickBooks.Knowledge of general maintenance methods, operating requirements, and safety precautions related to facilities operation.Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems and Quickbooks.Ability to take initiative and think proactively.Demonstrated problem solving skills.Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.Proven organization, follow-through and time management skills.Negotiation skills and supplier management skills.Hiring Requirements
If an offer of employment is extended, applicant must have the ability to pass a background check and the ability to be insured by the Company’s Auto-policy. An Offer of Employment is contingent upon the results.Clearance Requirements
This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person’s status.Edge Autonomy is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Edge Autonomy is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact jobs@edgeautonomy.io.Continued employment remains on an “At-Will” basis.
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We are a company built from pioneers and we believe that innovation, no matter how small or how early, helps create a better world.The Procurement Specialist with moderate supervision is responsible for the day-to-day purchasing activity of the company based on production orders. The Procurement Specialist is responsible for working with supply chain management to communicate shortages, delays, and component obsolescence. The Procurement Specialist utilizes cost comparison tools, communicates and negotiates with vendors, and improves the overall purchasing process.Responsibilities
Purchase materials and supplies to meet company objectives.Prioritize purchasing based on lead time, prioritize expedited assembly/build to meet schedule.Review engineering/costed BOMs to ensure the purchasing information is up to date.Purchase shop supplies needed per department on a weekly basis.Manage suppliers and ensure schedule is on track.Support make vs buy decision via cost analyzes.Coordinate non-conformance with Quality and ask vendors for root cause analyzes.Support outsourcing, supplier qualification and supplier selection.Negotiate price, payment terms, lead time and long term agreements.Work with engineering and production for purchasing/productionizing prototype BOMs.Communicate with management as shorts, delays, or component obsolescence surface.Coordinate with accounting to ensure compliance for billing and taxation.Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Accounting, or Finance.4+ years’ purchasing/procurement experience in a related industry of Military and Aircraft.AS9100 experience required and previous aerospace experience required.Knowledge required of different commodities and materials and specs (mechanical, electrical, 3D-print, PCB’s, cable harnesses, connectors).Experience in sourcing, supplier development, supplier assessment and cost reduction projects.Experience managing supplier KPI’s.2+ years utilizing MS office, ERP system, QuickBooks.Knowledge of general maintenance methods, operating requirements, and safety precautions related to facilities operation.Proficient in MS Office, ERP systems and Quickbooks.Ability to take initiative and think proactively.Demonstrated problem solving skills.Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.Proven organization, follow-through and time management skills.Negotiation skills and supplier management skills.Hiring Requirements
If an offer of employment is extended, applicant must have the ability to pass a background check and the ability to be insured by the Company’s Auto-policy. An Offer of Employment is contingent upon the results.Clearance Requirements
This position may require access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). To comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify a US person’s status.Edge Autonomy is an Equal Opportunity EmployerAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Edge Autonomy is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact jobs@edgeautonomy.io.Continued employment remains on an “At-Will” basis.
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