Procurement Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

About the Opportunity:

Join our client, a leader in the supply chain and logistics industry, as a Procurement Specialist. In this role, you’ll analyze data, support supply chain process improvements, and strengthen supplier relationships. You’ll also negotiate the procurement of quality goods and services while helping secure cost-effective solutions that improve operational efficiency and business competitiveness.

Responsibilities:

• Execute purchasing activities and negotiate contracts by obtaining and reviewing quotes through various systems and tools.

• Negotiate with suppliers to secure cost-effective purchases while maintaining quality standards and following industry best practices.

• Create purchase orders, monitor deliveries, and resolve supplier issues related to delivery, quality, and costs.

• Hold suppliers accountable for on-time delivery (OTD) requirements and communicate delivery issues effectively across the organization.

• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure supply chain contract accountability and compliance while improving cost efficiency and supplier quality.

• Analyze business processes and data to develop business cases for process improvements and sourcing decisions.

• Prepare and present data-driven reports and presentations to management.

• Maintain a thorough understanding of procurement policies and procedures and assist with updating sourcing guidelines as needed.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Previous experience working in a purchasing team, preferably in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong knowledge of sourcing, tendering, supplier relationship management, and contract negotiation.

• Proficiency in data analytics tools such as Microsoft Excel, Access, Power BI, or Tableau.

• Strong analytical, organizational, interpersonal, and decision-making skills.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including conflict resolution.

• A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related field is preferred.

• Five years of procurement experience is preferred.

• Experience in aviation or a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) environment is preferred.

Benefits & Perks:

• Paid holidays.

• Opportunity to drive meaningful improvements in supply chain processes and contribute to organizational success.

• Dynamic work environment that supports professional growth and development.

Why Apply Through Total Aviation Staffing?

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• Commercial Aviation – Passenger airlines, cargo operations, and aircraft leasing.

• Business & General Aviation – Corporate jets, charter services, and private aviation.

• MRO & Aftermarket Services – Aircraft maintenance, repair, overhaul, and parts distribution.

• Aerospace & Defense – Military aviation, space systems, and defense programs.

• Aviation Technology & Manufacturing – OEMs, avionics, propulsion, and emerging technologies.

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• Work with top companies in aviation and aerospace.

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