Procurement Agent

Ultra-Tech Aerospace is a leading aerospace manufacturing and distribution company with a diverse team proud to provide precision solutions beyond the ordinary. Together we want to change American manufacturing to exceed our customers’ expectations. We are looking for pioneering individuals who are strategic thinkers, love challenges, and understand what’s required to push the limits of customer expectations. We are seeking individuals who embrace a culture of commitment—as we do what we say we’ll do. Our ideal candidates are willing to take independent action to help our company grow profitably, and who thrive in a heavily process‑oriented environment. We also want individuals with flexibility, as we continually improve our capabilities and services each year. Our manufacturing teams typically work four, 10‑hour days on either first or second shift and our front‑office team works Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM. Our employees are organized into work teams who have authority in their own work process. We visually communicate metrics and performance measurements for everyone to view, making it easy to see your role in Ultra-Tech’s success. We also engage our associates in continuous training, provide generous time off, competitive compensation and benefits packages, all within a culture that encourages collaboration, participation, and team‑building. Above all, we strive to create a safe and healthy environment for our team. Through safety initiatives, the entire organization contributes to creating work areas, processes, and behaviors that accomplish our goal of zero accidents. SUMMARY This individual is responsible for developing supplier relationships, managing all procurement activities, and coordinating with program management/operations teams. This includes PO placement, supplier follow‑up, supplier metric generation and distribution, analyzing supplier risk, and contract negotiation to ensure UTA receives goods on time and within budget. This position is responsible for all purchasing for the organization. This includes raw materials, fasteners, tooling, support equipment, and similar types of material. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Build a culture of strong vendor relationships while controlling costs and vendor performance (quality and delivery). Develop necessary reporting to ensure accurate supplier performance measurement. Distribute supplier performance data to supply chain. Hold supply chain accountable for performance. Manage new supplier setup. Ensure all paperwork (Quality and Financial) is completed. Continually review supplier information for accuracy, updating when necessary. Suppliers have met their annual paperwork, third party audits, and material validation (when applicable). Confirm purchase order is placed with an approved supplier on both UTA’s ASL and the customer ASL when required. Review purchase orders prior to placement for accuracy. Ensure accurate dates and quantities are placed on purchase orders. Ensure accurate closure of purchase orders (pricing, quantity, receipt date). Manage supplier returns in a timely fashion. Develop and execute inventory reduction initiatives. Improve inventory turns. Support internal departments providing status and expedite requests for purchased items. Expected response time is within 18 hours. Manage all vendor RFQ activity. Follow‑up when necessary to ensure a timely response. Manage Min/Max inventory levels. Place purchase orders with suppliers. Other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATION Min of 2 years of supply chain management experience. (2-5 years) Bachelor’s Degree in business or equivalent preferred. Ability to read blueprints and an understanding of the metal cutting & fabrication industry. A thorough knowledge of aerospace materials, hardware, metal alloys and plastics. 2 years of ERP Experience, Epicor a plus. Excellent analytical skills – use of Excel, ERP reports a must. Customer and vendor focused. Excellent problem‑solving skills. Must have a positive, “can do” attitude. Ability to work with others in a team environment and to give/receive feedback. POSITION TYPE This is a full‑time, regularly scheduled position working Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm. There may be times where there is an expectation to work extended hours as dictated by business needs. BENEFITS Competitive compensation with comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, prescription, paid vacation & holidays, wellness time, 401(k), education reimbursement, and much more. This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder'). Ultra-Tech believes in a culture of respect, participation, and problem‑solving from all of our associates. Diverse opinions and experiences are a critical element to our continued success. Ultra-Tech provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, gender identity, veteran status, or any legally protected class. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. To learn more, download the EEO guidelines. #J-18808-Ljbffr