Purchasing Specialist

Infinity's niche in the aerospace and defense industry is specialized solutions that help bridge the gap between space and ground. This is no small task, and we owe our success to our team who help us fulfill our mission; to match people with their legacies for betterment of the world. There is always a place at Infinity for a motivated, capable individual seeking a career to better the world. We prioritize supporting our team through exceptional benefits, work-life balance, and structured career development. At Infinity, WE ARE MORE - now, come be more with us!

Contingent Upon Contract Award

Job Summary:

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for procuring materials, equipment, supplies, and services of a specialized or complex nature in accordance with organizational purchasing policies and procedures. This role supports cost-effective procurement strategies, evaluates purchasing processes, and manages vendor relationships to ensure quality, efficiency, and compliance. The Purchasing Specialist plays a key role in sourcing, bid management, contract administration, and continuous improvement of procurement operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement & Purchasing Operations

• Review and process purchase requisitions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with policies
• Procure materials, equipment, supplies, and services in a timely and cost-effective manner
• Monitor purchase orders and manage change orders as needed
• Ensure proper documentation and recordkeeping of procurement activities

Strategic Sourcing & Cost Management

• Develop and implement cost-effective purchasing strategies aligned with organizational goals
• Analyze purchasing trends and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements
• Recommend improvements to procurement workflows and requisition processing methods

Vendor Management & Sourcing

• Identify, evaluate, and develop sources of supply for goods and services
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Evaluate vendor performance based on quality, cost, and delivery metrics

Bidding & Contract Administration

• Prepare bid specifications, formal bid invitations, and requests for proposals (RFPs)
• Issue bid requests and solicit quotes from qualified vendors
• Analyze bids, quotes, and proposals to determine best value
• Select and recommend vendors for award of contracts
• Administer contracts to ensure compliance with terms and conditions

Compliance & Process Improvement

• Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, legal requirements, and ethical standards.
• Monitor procurement processes and recommend enhancements to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
• Support audits and maintain transparency in procurement practices.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors Degree

• Experience:

• Junior: 0-3 years of experience in maintenance, logistics, or facilities operations

• Senior: 10+ years of experience in maintenance, logistics, or facilities operations

• Clearance: Secret

• Required Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Knowledge of procurement processes and contract administration

• Effective negotiation and vendor management skills

• Attention to detail and organizational skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and procurement systems

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with strategic sourcing and cost reduction initiatives
• Familiarity with government or regulated procurement environments
• Knowledge of supply chain best practices and compliance standards
• Certification such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) or similar

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:

Primarily office-based environment. May require occasional interaction with vendors, warehouses, or operational sites

Work Schedule:

Full-time position with standard business hours. Occasional extended hours based on business needs

Infinity Benefits:

Great Company Culture. Infinity firmly believes that our success is due to the happiness and personal satisfaction of our employees.

Health Benefits. 100% Company Paid monthly Medical and Dental premiums for you AND your family.

Prepare for the Future. 401(k) company contribution, with free professional financial planning advisors

Rest and Relaxation.  Three weeks' Vacation - and we offer an annual company reward trip after one year of employment.

Health and Wellness. We offer 48 hours of sick leave, in addition to your Vacation, as well as Flex-Spending options (Medical and Dependent Care)

Work that Stays at Work. Genuine work/life balance and flexibility. We know our employees have lives outside of work and we support you in living them!

Education and Professional Training Reimbursement.  We support our employees career aspirations and growth through our Education Reimbursement Program!

Profit Sharing Plan.  Infinity's success is due to our employees which is why all eligible employees receive an annual payout based on our Profit-Sharing Plan.

U.S. Citizenship is required.

EOE including disability/vet

To learn more about our company and benefits, please visit: Infinity Careers