Buyer/Procurement Analyst

JOB TITLE: Buyer/Procurement Analyst
LOCATION:Lexington, KY
PAY RATE: $26/hour

We are a national aerospace and defense staffing agency seeking highly qualified candidates for a position with a top-tier client.

Job Details:

• Job Type: Contract (12 months with potential for extension)

• Clearance: Active Secret Security Clearance required to start.

• Industry: Aerospace / Defense / Aviation

• Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision (Cigna)

• Perks: Bonus potential + Priority access via Tier 1 supplier

• Openings Nationwide: Thousands of opportunities across the U.S.

• Shift: 5/40

Qualifying Questions:

• Are you a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance?

• Do you meet the educational and experience requirements for this role?

• Can you commute to the job location or relocate if necessary?

Summary:

• Sources, plans, and schedules movement of raw materials, packaging materials, parts, components, services, supplies, finished goods, and related material through production and inventory processes.

• Identifies raw material, component, and related requirements from engineering and production specifications and schedules.

• Ensures all materials move through the procurement process (cradle to grave) without issue.

• Plans and coordinates material movement throughout manufacturing and inventory sequences.

• Analyzes data to determine factors affecting prices and identifies lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules.

• Analyzes back log data, resolves procurement blockages or constraints, and coordinates with functional areas and outside vendors to resolve issues.

• Reviews proposals, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up orders, approves payment, and maintains records of material movement.

• Coordinates with production, warehouse, and engineering personnel to ensure appropriate procurement, scheduling, and movement of materials and services.

• Serves as primary GSC planning point of contact for assigned programs, supporting product team, schedule, configuration control, program kick-off, and program assessment meetings.

• Manages material delivery timelines, expedites status, supports invoicing and accounts payable problem resolution, and advances vendor or supplier relations.

Requirements:

• Active Secret Security Clearance required to start.

• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR).

• Excel knowledge including V-lookups and data analysis.

• Flexibility to work across extremely different areas or programs, balancing competing urgent needs.

• Time management, planning, and multi-tasking skills to support multiple areas with urgent competing needs.

• Problem solving and investigating skills for issues with no standard operating procedure or pre-determined solution.

• Experience with procurement process from cradle to grave.

• Experience analyzing data to determine factors affecting prices and lowest cost.

• Experience reviewing proposals, selecting suppliers, and maintaining material movement records.

• Experience coordinating with production, warehouse, and engineering personnel.

• Experience managing material delivery timelines and expediting status.

About Us:

The Structures Company is a premier national aerospace and defense staffing agency specializing in contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire placements. We deliver expert workforce solutions across engineering, IT, production, maintenance, and support roles.

As trusted partners to leading aerospace and defense OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers, we connect professionals with career opportunities to grow and excel in aviation, aerospace, and defense.

Eligibility Requirements:

Must be a U.S. Person (U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or protected individual under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) to comply with ITAR regulations.

Keywords: aerospace, aviation, engineering, maintenance, aircraft design, defense

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