Supply Specialist

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Job Title :
Supply Specialist

Reporting To:
Procurement Process Manager

Work Schedule:
Hybrid - Buffalo, NY

Moog, Inc. is a global leader in motion control across land, sea air and space, pioneering advanced solutions to drive cutting edge innovation for our valued customers.

Our Space and Defense Group is the operating group with the longest heritage at Moog and serves ever-evolving markets with ongoing innovation that allows for constantly developing technology and excellent career opportunities.


Our Space team in East Aurora, NY is eager to welcome a Supply Specialist to their dynamic team! This role will support supplier management, supply chain/procurement strategy and planning/execution support. You will report to the Supply Chain Procurement Manager and enjoy a collaborative working environment on first shift.

To be considered for this Supply Specialist role, here's what you'll need to bring with you:

• Bachelor's Degree with a minimum of 3 years' professional experience in a similar, supply chain/procurement focused role.
  

~OR~

• Associate's degree with a minimum of 5 years' experience.
  

~PLUS~

• Experience negotiating with vendors on supply/procurement issues.
  
• Knowledge of/experience with FAR/DFAR requirements.
  
• Knowledge of procurement processes including PO placement and schedule management.
  
• APICS Certification or other relevant industry certifications in Purchasing, Supply Chain or Program Management preferred.
  
• Experience leading strategic supply chain initiatives a plus
  

As our Supply Specialist, you will make critical contributions by holding responsibility for:

• New supplier evaluation, existing supplier management and resolving sourcing issues. (Use Supplier Business Reviews to establish / monitor these plans.)
  
• Supports proposal efforts including supplier selection and negotiations of supplier agreements
  
• Works collaboratively with all functions to ensure conforming Source of Supply (this includes quality, design, cost and timing issues.)
  
• Develop ideas and strategies to improve operational efficiency, aid business performance and work towards a strategy of continuous improvement
  
• Drive supplier engagement, RFQs, pricing analysis, and PO placement with precision and urgency
  
• Research and evaluate areas of opportunity and reduction of costs including new or alternate sources
  

Additional responsibilities relating to strategic procurement activities to include:

• Maintain part planning parameters in line with the agreed materials plan input as well as the suppliers' latest planning information such as lead time etc.
  
• Ability to handle and assess multiple competing priorities
  
• Responsible for conversion of demand signals into Purchase Orders (PO) in accordance with contractual terms and conditions and Moog systems and processes
  
• Creation of Sole Source Justification and Price Analysis documents in support of Government DFAR regulations
  
• Liaise with directly with the Supplier to obtain delivery commitments and provide the site with up-to-date information
  
• Coordination and support for supplier non-conformance and return to vendor (RTV)
  
• Identify and resolve deviations to contractual terms and conditions
  
• Participating in and at times leading, cross-functional problem-solving initiatives to remove supply constraints
  
• Responsible for effective communication within and outside of supply chain function, including escalations to leadership
  

In return, we care for you by providing incredible "work perks" including:

• Financial Rewards : Great compensation package, bonus opportunities, matching 401k and the ability to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan (select locations), Flexible Spending and Health Savings Accounts
  
  
• Work/Life Balance : Flexible paid time off, holidays and parental leave program, relocation assistance
  
  
• Health & Wellbeing : Comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, Employee Assistance Plan ("EAP") and other supplemental benefit coverages
  
  
• Professional Skills Development : Tuition Assistance, mentorship and coaching opportunities, leadership development and other personal growth programs
  
  
• Collaborative and Welcoming Culture : Warm, respectful, family-like environment rooted in our 12 core values. Enhanced by multiple employee-led Employee Resource Groups, and various team-building activities, delivering a truly open and supportive workplace
  
• Additional site-specific benefits available including an on-site wellness center, miles of walking trails, tons of employee engagement activities and so much more!
  

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Salary Range Transparency:
Buffalo, NY $80,000.00-$100,000.00 Annually

Salary Range Disclaimer

The base salary range represents the low and high end of the Moog salary range for this position in the given work location. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range(s) listed is just one component of Moog's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include annual bonuses, employee stock purchase plan, an open paid time off policy, and many region-specific benefits.


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