Head of Supply Chain and Procurement

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Vision insurance
Purchasing Supervisor

Export Management Company in the Aviation, Radar, Defense Electronics Industry
39 years in Business
Located in Sunrise, Florida

Main Function:
The Purchasing Supervisor will support CSE sales and manufacturing activities by overseeing the Purchasing Department in working on parts sourcing and procurement

Job Description

• Research Caliber database and Complete market research.
• Work closely on sourcing and pricing negotiation of components, including but not limited to electronic components, including semiconductors, PCB assemblies, connectors, electromechanical parts, and related equipment.
• Interpret Illustrated Parts Breakdowns (IPB), BOMs, and OEM part lists to validate sourcing accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations such as Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and International Traffic in Arms Regulations.
• Interpret and apply contractual flow down requirements to suppliers, ensuring all regulatory and customer-specific clauses are properly communicated and enforced
• Convert requisitions to purchase orders and place purchase orders with suppliers and principals once customer order is received.
• Develop and maintain relationships with authorized distributors and qualified independent supplier.
• Manage purchase orders, address, and resolve issues in a timely manner,
• Serve as a key interface between Engineering, Production, quality and suppliers, aligning technical requirements, resolving issues, and ensuring delivery expectations are met.
• Collaborate with Engineering to evaluate part interchangeability, substitutions, and obsolescence risks, supporting sourcing decisions.
• Support and enforce counterfeit risk mitigation strategies.
• Perform Job Costing analysis, working with Sales, Engineering, and Production to provide input and analysis
• Request vendor surveys / Complete supplier’s survey if visiting a prospective supplier.
• Research PO / inventory discrepancies and ability to reconcile them.
• Make recommendations on cost reduction and process improvement opportunities to the Vice President Operations and Quality Manager.
• Lead weekly Purchasing Status meetings.
• Work with Finance Department on ensuring credit terms are established and payments are released in accordance with contracts.
• Work with Quality Manager on ISO compliance and audits as it pertains to the Purchasing department.
• Run reports, create Excel spreadsheets, work on special projects and all other duties as assigned by VP.
• Provide feedback to Production Planning, Purchasing, Production, Receiving and other Supply Chain departments regarding availability of raw materials and supplies.
• Work to set up new suppliers.
• Oversee all Purchasing Functions within the company

Job Requirements

• Minimum 5 years applicable work experience.
• Electronics/ Aviation/ Defense/ Manufacturing experience a plus.
• Experience in Job Costing
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of inventory control and purchasing strategies.
• Experience reviewing documents for accuracy and completeness.
• Experience dealing with suppliers and negotiations.
• Quantum experience a plus*
• Knowledge of ISO 9001.
• Experience and knowledge on purchasing hazardous materials, shelf life, and licensable material a plus
• Ability to work effectively in a professional manner
• Superior problem -solving skills.
• Strong and engaging interpersonal communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to multi-task and display good time management.
• Must display Cultural Sensitivity and work as a team.

Our company conducts a thorough reference/background check and drug screening on prospective employees. Employment with our organization is contingent upon successful completion of these background and drug screenings
Salary and Compensation:
We salute our troops and support our veterans. Allowances may be made for those Veterans who may not have the required education and or sales experience.

Health Insurance & Dental Insurance after 60 Days.
401(k) with company matching.
PTO & Paid Holidays.
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