Skilled Craftsman

Job Title

Job Description:

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.