Expertise and Functions Analyze drawing/blueprints/tech data to determine supply needsCreate/Transcribe Bill of Materials (BoM)Consolidate BoMs from multiple sourcesResearch and identify potential suppliers of goods and servicesNegotiate terms with suppliers such as price, quality of goods, deadlines, lead times, expectations, etc.Liaise with suppliers and project managers regarding updates and details of goodsCreate purchase requests and tally these with supply requests and ordersAnalyze invoices and shipping documents to ensure accuracy of goods deliveredMonitor inventory to ensure the flow of goods remains positiveAttend meetings upon request to develop procurement strategies to support contractsWork closely with the project teams to understand details of procurement requirementsCommunicate pricing and performance needs to vendors, suppliers, and program managersDocument the features and benefits of products and servicesPrepare cost-benefit analysis, sole source letters, and competitive quotes for review by managersDocument processes and generating supply cost reportsMonitor the company's demand for products to avoid supply shortagesKeep abreast of vendor and supplier-related activities in the industryFlexible to work long hours as demanded by projects requiredTravel to meet vendors and suppliers as necessaryAssist with establishing, organizing & maintaining inventory of gov’t, customer and KIHOMAC propertyParticipate in test or project events as assigned by Project Manager or Engineering supervisorFollow engineering guidance, technical orders, and drawingsDevelop critical thinking skills, become familiar with engineering & manufacturing practices, and gain understanding of how various disciplines work together as a teamOther duties as assignedRequirementsEducation/Training: Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline required Excellent written and verbal communication skills requiredImpeccable negotiation and problem-solving skills desiredExceptional interpersonal skills and rapport building requiredMaintain high ethical/professional standards of performance, demeanor, and judgment always Experience:10+ years of professional experience in the required task area Manufacturing experience requiredProven experience working with vendors and procuring materials requiredStrong knowledge of the industry and market conditions highly desiredJobBoss or similar ERP inventory management experience highly desiredExperience placing purchase requests highly desired Security:Must be a US citizen Ability to obtain a security clearance may be requiredPhysical RequirementsAble to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, grasp and reach with hands and arms, handle and operate hand/power tools and machine controlsPerform frequent wrist, hand, and finger movementsAdhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear (e.g., eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, etc.) for the assigned taskAble to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a timeBenefitsHealth Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)Short Term & Long Term DisabilityTraining & DevelopmentWellness ResourcesSalary: The projected salary range for this position is $22-$28/hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.
Expertise and Functions
- Analyze drawing/blueprints/tech data to determine supply needs
- Create/Transcribe Bill of Materials (BoM)
- Consolidate BoMs from multiple sources
- Research and identify potential suppliers of goods and services
- Negotiate terms with suppliers such as price, quality of goods, deadlines, lead times, expectations, etc.
- Liaise with suppliers and project managers regarding updates and details of goods
- Create purchase requests and tally these with supply requests and orders
- Analyze invoices and shipping documents to ensure accuracy of goods delivered
- Monitor inventory to ensure the flow of goods remains positive
- Attend meetings upon request to develop procurement strategies to support contracts
- Work closely with the project teams to understand details of procurement requirements
- Communicate pricing and performance needs to vendors, suppliers, and program managers
- Document the features and benefits of products and services
- Prepare cost-benefit analysis, sole source letters, and competitive quotes for review by managers
- Document processes and generating supply cost reports
- Monitor the company's demand for products to avoid supply shortages
- Keep abreast of vendor and supplier-related activities in the industry
- Flexible to work long hours as demanded by projects required
- Travel to meet vendors and suppliers as necessary
- Assist with establishing, organizing & maintaining inventory of gov’t, customer and KIHOMAC property
- Participate in test or project events as assigned by Project Manager or Engineering supervisor
- Follow engineering guidance, technical orders, and drawings
- Develop critical thinking skills, become familiar with engineering & manufacturing practices, and gain understanding of how various disciplines work together as a team
- Other duties as assigned
Requirements
Education/Training:
- Associate’s Degree in management or technical/scientific discipline required
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
- Impeccable negotiation and problem-solving skills desired
- Exceptional interpersonal skills and rapport building required
- Maintain high ethical/professional standards of performance, demeanor, and judgment always
Experience:
- 10+ years of professional experience in the required task area
- Manufacturing experience required
- Proven experience working with vendors and procuring materials required
- Strong knowledge of the industry and market conditions highly desired
- JobBoss or similar ERP inventory management experience highly desired
- Experience placing purchase requests highly desired
Security:
- Must be a US citizen
- Ability to obtain a security clearance may be required
Physical Requirements
- Able to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, grasp and reach with hands and arms, handle and operate hand/power tools and machine controls
- Perform frequent wrist, hand, and finger movements
- Adhere to all safety protocols, including wearing appropriate safety gear (e.g., eyewear, gloves, masks, hearing protection, etc.) for the assigned task
- Able to safely lift and carry up to 20 pounds at a time
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
Salary:
The projected salary range for this position is $22-$28/hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, rather actual salary will be based on experience, qualifications, and applicable certifications or degrees held. Offered salary may fall outside of this range.
Since our founding in 2003, KIHOMAC has established an outstanding track record of support for the requirements of our US Government customers, as evidenced by our portfolio of “Exceptional” rater Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System reports. Now, with over 325 employees, we have expanded our capabilities to include systems engineering services, reverse manufacturing and custom fabrication, engineering analyses, and sustainment solutions for aerospace vehicles. Come join us!
Since our founding in 2003, KIHOMAC has established an outstanding track record of support for the requirements of our US Government customers, as evidenced by our portfolio of “Exceptional” rater Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System reports. Now, with over 325 employees, we have expanded our capabilities to include systems engineering services, reverse manufacturing and custom fabrication, engineering analyses, and sustainment solutions for aerospace vehicles. Come join us!
