Procurement specialist

Procurement Specialist At Gables Engineering (a HEICO Company), we've been engineering the avionics systems pilots trust since 1946. We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to plan complex, multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs), analyze MRP requirements, and manage the procurement activities that keep our production lines supplied on time. This is a technical buying role: we're looking for someone who analyzes purchasing requirements and makes informed decisions, not someone who simply processes system-generated requisitions. About Gables Engineering: Founded in 1946, Gables Engineering is a leader in avionics controls and advanced cockpit solutions. Based in Coral Gables, FL, and a proud HEICO Company, we partner with airlines and OEMs worldwide to deliver tailored, next-generation avionics technology. What You'll Do: As a Procurement Specialist, you'll be responsible for supplier management, RFQs, price negotiations, purchase order management, and delivery follow-up, while supporting cost reduction, lead-time improvements, and supply chain efficiency. You'll work primarily in an office environment with regular time on the manufacturing floor, in a fast-paced setting with shifting priorities.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Planning and Procurement Plan complex, multi-level Bills of Materials (BOMs), review MRP demand and planning parameters, and align material requirements with production needs. Select approved suppliers and manufacturer parts, request and evaluate quotations, and negotiate pricing and terms as needed. Issue purchase orders and verify their accuracy before submitting them to suppliers. Create new purchased-part records and maintain accurate part parameters. Order and Delivery Management Monitor open purchase order reports to support on-time delivery and identify potential delays early. Coordinate closely with Production Planners to ensure components are delivered on schedule. Keep the Purchasing Manager informed of late deliveries, quality issues, and other critical supply chain concerns. Supplier Performance and Improvement Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships that support competitive pricing, reliable deliveries, quality, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement. Track rejections and return material authorizations (RMAs) Cross-Functional Support Collaborate with Sales, Engineering, Accounts Payable, Quality, Manufacturing, and other departments as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

At least 3 years of procurement experience. Experience procuring active and passive electronic components. Proficiency with ERP software. Ability to manage challenging commodities and a high-volume MRP workload. Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with employees at all levels. Valid driver's license; occasional business-related travel is required. Must be a U.S. person (U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident) due to export control requirements.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience working in an ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 certified environment. Relevant professional certification (such as CPSM, CPM, or APICS). Experience in the avionics industry. Why join Gables Engineering? Vertical Integration: We are highly vertically integrated. We control our entire value chain, giving us faster design-to-production cycles so we can show customers real solutions and adapt quickly to their needs. Real Impact: The work you do here doesn't sit in a lab. It flies in real cockpits, on real aircraft, around the world. HEICO Backing: The stability of a major global aerospace leader, with the agility of a close-knit team #J-18808-Ljbffr Gables Engineering, Inc.