Procurement Specialist

Procurement SpecialistJanicki Industries is an innovative, family-owned aerospace company located at the foot of the Cascades. We focus on engineering and manufacturing complex projects for companies in the aerospace, defense, and space industries. We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to join our growing team. This position is located on-site in Hamilton, Washington State.The Procurement Specialist is responsible for purchasing materials, supplies, equipment, and services used by Janicki Industries. The Procurement Specialist is responsible for meeting cost, quality, and delivery goals and providing the highest levels of customer service; coordinating closely with the Materials, Operations, Engineering, and Quality functions to ensure Suppliers meet or exceed Janicki Industries Quality and Delivery Objectives. The Procurement Specialist is responsible for interfacing with materials and operations teams to manage and plan inventory levels. Evaluate supplier production capacity, equipment capability, workforce availability, and scalability. Align supplier capacity with forecasted demand and fabrication schedules. Conduct regular capacity reviews with key suppliers to identify constraints and growth limitations. Assess supplier technical capabilities relative to fabrication requirements (e.g., machining tolerances, welding certifications, composite layup processes, etc.). Participate in make-vs-buy analysis with consideration of supplier capacity and internal workload. Communicate rolling forecasts and long-range capacity needs to strategic suppliers. Generates purchase orders, maintains data and coordinates payment in ERP system. Provides outstanding levels of customer service. Interfaces with the Materials and Operations teams to manage and plan inventory levels. Interfaces with the Quality team to manage supplier quality issues. May support negotiations best prices and terms for materials and services. Ensures processes comply with AS9100 quality requirements. Ensures contract terms are adhered to and deliverables met. Interfaces with internal customers on supplier issues. Responsible for maintaining effective relationships with strategic suppliers and monitoring performance. Manages significant bid packages from inception to contract award to maximize total value. Must work well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines. Must be at work on time and maintain good attendance. This is a condition of employment and is an essential function of the job. Performs other duties as assigned.Qualifications: Due to our ITAR and EAR regulations, applicants must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3). This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required). Janicki will assist with gaining this access once employed. Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position and requires candidate agreed to enter a Continuous Evaluation program. Education/ Experience: Required: Relevant 4-year degree or equivalent experience Minimum requirement is a high school diploma or GED 2+ years of experience purchasing materials, supplies, equipment and/or services on a supply chain team Demonstrated experience in contract negotiations/management Experience in an ISO or AS quality management system Experience working in an ERP/PDM environment Must have effective verbal and written communication skills in the English language. Must be willing and able to obtain a government issued security clearance. Preferred: Aerospace industry experience preferred Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred Project management experience preferred CPIM or CSCP certification a plus.Detailed Wage Information: Salary range for this role is between $89,000 - $115,000, plus discretionary bonus, 401(k) matching, vacation, and health benefits. Employees can also receive additional pay for off-shifts. The range provided is Janicki's estimate of the base compensation for this role. Actual amount offered will be based on job-related and non-discriminatory factors such as experience, location, education, training, skills, and abilities.Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution Disability insurance as well as Life/AD&D insurance HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution and FSA (Flexible Savings Account) 401k with employer matching Paid time off and paid holidays (including two floating holidays) Education reimbursement program Several shift options Premium pay for off-shifts.Not sure that you'll be the perfect fit for this role? You should still apply! We'll review your application for other opportunities. We are always on the lookout for talented people! By applying for this job, you are expressing interest in this position and could be considered for other career opportunities where similar skills and requirements have been identified as a match. Should this match be identified, you may be contacted for this and future openings. Janicki Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Janicki Industries does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, veteran/military service status, or any other legally protected status. Janicki is proud to be a military friendly employer. Applicants or employees wishing to view a copy of Janicki Industries' Affirmative Action Plan for veterans and individuals with disabilities, or applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application/interview process should notify the Human Resources Department at . As a federal government contractor and a recipient of federal funding, Janicki is required to abide by federal drug testing requirements (including preemployment drug testing for cannabis). Additionally, because of Janicki's work on aerospace products and the high volume of safety sensitive positions, Janicki takes the safety of its employees very seriously and requires that employees pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.