Procurement Agent

Job Description Our Aerospace client is looking for a Procurement Agent to support our team in Dallas, TX. Day-to-day the buyers will be sourcing aerospace parts, negotiating pricing of those parts, and building relationships with a high volume of suppliers to determine lowest-cost parts consistent with quality & ability to meet required schedules. They are responsible for staying informed on price trends and manufacturing processes; reviewing supplier proposals, negotiating prices, selecting suppliers, following up on orders placed, verifying delivery, approving payments, and maintaining necessary records. The ideal candidates should know Excel when it comes to V-LookUps & Pivot Tables; and should have experience with SAP. They should also have high sense of urgency, strong communication, and be able to work well in a fast paced environment. We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to View email address on click.appcast.io learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: Skills and Requirements 3+ YOE as a supplier-facing Procurement Agent / Buyer / Strategic Sourcer Experience selecting suppliers, sourcing parts, negotiating pricing, issuing POs, etc. Experience with Systems Applications and Processing (SAP) Strong Microsoft Office / Excel - VlookUps and Pivot Tables Ability to work in a fast-paced environment managing multiple priorities Strong verbal and written communication Aerospace industry experience APICS Certified in Production & Inventory Management (CPIM) Bachelor's Degree - Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or related field