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Purchasing Coordinator - Construction Industry Candidates Must Have experience in the Construction Industry We are a growing construction company with approximately $25M in annual revenue, and we're looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator to join our team. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing procurement activities, ensuring materials and equipment are sourced cost-effectively, delivered on time, and meet project specifications. You'll work closely with project managers, field supervisors, and accounting to support smooth project execution and maintain strong vendor relationships. Key Responsibilities: Coordinate and process purchase orders for construction materials, equipment, and subcontracted services. Source and evaluate suppliers to secure competitive pricing, quality products, and favorable terms. Monitor inventory levels and forecast material needs for current and upcoming projects. Track order status, delivery schedules, and resolve any shipping or billing discrepancies. Maintain vendor databases, pricing logs, contracts, and purchase records. Collaborate with project teams to ensure materials align with project budgets and timelines. Assist with negotiating pricing agreements and maintaining long-term supplier relationships. Work with accounting to reconcile invoices, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely payment processing. Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and industry standards. Serve as backup to the AP function Qualifications: Prior experience in purchasing or procurement, preferably within the construction industry. Familiarity with construction materials, equipment, and subcontractor coordination. Strong negotiation and vendor management skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with construction or ERP software a plus (e.g., Procore, Spectrum, Viewpoint, Sage). Excellent organizational and time-management abilities with strong attention to detail. Ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors. Self-starter with the ability to work in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Join a firm where Your Work Makes an Impact! Seeking a Purchasing Specialist to be part of a collaborative team that truly values what you do. Key Responsibilities: Drive the full purchasing cycle ensuring materials, equipment, and subcontracted services are sourced cost-effectively and delivered on schedule for a local construction firm. Build and maintain strong vendor relationships by sourcing competitive suppliers, negotiating pricing and terms, and supporting long-term partnership success. Keep projects moving by forecasting material needs, tracking deliveries, resolving discrepancies, and coordinating closely with project managers, field supervisors, and accounting. Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor data, contracts, and pricing logs while ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards. Support financial accuracy by reconciling invoices, assisting with A/P functions, and ensuring seamless communication across all teams in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

iNRCORE Group is a leading, vertically integrated provider of highly engineered, high-reliability, and high-performance passive electronic components. We are known for manufacturing proprietary magnetics, capacitors, resistors, filters, and more. We serve mission-critical data and power applications in the Defense, Aerospace & Avionics, Space, Smart Grid, Medical, AI/Data center, and Hi-Rel industrial markets. iNRCORE Group currently has fourteen (14) manufacturing facilities across the globe with more than one thousand (1000+) employees - and growing! Our business entities include company names such as Bicron, Coast Magnetics, DYCO, Gowanda, iNRCORE, Passive Plus, RCD, Sentran, TTE, and Vanguard Electronics. Our organization has a world-class reputation for innovation, quality products and expertise, and outstanding leadership. Our talented staff is what makes this all possible. We are actively seeking to hire highly skilled professionals to meet our growing demand and join our expanding team(s). We currently have an opening for Purchasing Specialist in our RCD Components facility, located in Manchester, NH. This position is critical to the success of RCD and will be supporting the Operations and Sales departments in a vendor management capacity and reporting directly to the Director of Operations. The ideal candidate for this position should be a highly skilled communicator maintaining upstanding relationships both internally and externally, proven analytical, planning, and problem-solving capabilities, technically savvy with MS 360 and MRP acumen, have a strong acumen for MRP methodology and use, and has experience in a manufacturing, defense and aerospace, or distribution environment. Details of the Role: The position of Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for the planning, designing, developing, implementing and management of vendor management and purchasing for the company. During the course of a standard workday, you will be expected to, find and qualify private label production sources across the globe, obtain quotes for private label sourced product, seek new product lines to increase RCD product offerings with existing and new sources of supply, support departments in all purchasing efforts. Duties and Responsibilities: Be the primary point of contact for all suppliers to source products. Manage the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system. Lead procurement best practices and product introduction from sourcing through qualification and on to first customer shipment. Create supplier score cards and perform follow-through regarding Corrective Action requests. Responsible for managing cost of freight. Qualifying Attributes and Skills Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work-related experience. Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in purchasing. Ability to pivot between multiple interfaces and priorities. Experience working within AS9100 guidelines in respect to suppliers, within a QPL manufacturer preferred. Experience creating and managing purchase orders for new suppliers. Strong problem solving and time management skills, a result-oriented work ethic, and a collaborator attitude. Detail-oriented and excellent planning, analysis, and execution skills. Proven success in developing and leading a team using a collaborative management style. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact professionally with all levels of the organization as well as with external parties. Experience in a fast-paced, rapidly growing environment preferred. Willingness to be flexible with changing priorities and varying management needs. Must have ability and willingness to roll up their sleeves and get the work done. Proven ability to successfully drive strategy. Experience working in multi-country, multi-cultural environment preferred. Private Equity experience preferred but not required. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift and move up to 15 pounds without trouble. Must have the ability to adjust focus, have peripheral vision, and capable of adequately seeing both short and long-distance visibility. iNRCORE and its affiliated entities are an equal opportunity employer with a full suite of benefits offered to full-time employees. Excellent earning potential with qualifying annual bonuses Health, Dental, and Vision Benefits Elective Flexible Spending and Dependent Care Accounts Company paid and elective buy-up Life & AD&D Insurance Company paid Short-Term Disability and Elective Long-Term Disability Elective Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Supplemental Accident Coverage Benefits 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with qualifying Company match Company paid mental health and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Holidays and generous paid time off (PTO) Employee Discount Program (LifeMart via ADP) iNRCORE, LLC and its affiliated entities is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered.

Incumbents are fully qualified to execute job/role accountabilities working independently on most aspects of the job. Work is performed within established professional standards and practices. Tasks are moderately complex in nature where judgment is required to complete recurring assignments independently and to determine the best methods to follow to complete assignments. Erroneous decisions or failure to achieve results may have a negative impact on the division's/department's operations, schedules, and/or performance goals. Works under general Supervision. Situations not covered by standard processes, procedures and methods are referred to manager or expert resource. May demonstrate work methods to new employees. Builds internal and external relationships, with emphasis on those that facilitate the achievement of job/role accountabilities, such as relationships with key suppliers, customers and internal service. Detailed Description Performs tasks such as, but not limited to, the following: Procures goods and services in support of the business operations. Acts as the communication link between internal customers, suppliers and external customers on pre-production ramp up and full production volume. Reviews requisitions, contacts vendors, examines bids and initiates contracts. Responsible for the procurement of parts and supplies for new products, existing products and non-production supplies. Initiates purchases driven through MRP process. Assesses when to execute and what order to place based on other factors. Coordinates and manages last time buys for products end of life. Ensures on-time delivery, purchase price variance and inventory management. forecast accuracy and reports back to appropriate personnel. Updates standard costs for assigned parts. Facilitates quoting and sourcing of parts to improve supply and reduce costs. Acts as primary contact with suppliers, internal and external customers to facilitate problem resolution for assigned material. Addresses and resolves situations such as supply chain shortages, allocations, bad balances, discrepant material and alternate sources of supply. Has responsibility for continuous improvement including data integrity and parameter management. Analyzes variances to determine root cause and implement corrective action. Manages overall relationship with and performance of suppliers. Meets regularly with suppliers to set goals and understand next generation of product offerings. Evaluates supplier performance and helps drive performance improvements. Develops and documents audit procedures and plans for Procurement to ensure compliance to corporate policies and procedures. Ensures audit readiness among all purchasing personnel. Coordinates and conducts internal self-audits and ISO reviews. Action audit findings to clear audit exposures. Knowledge/Skills/Competencies Basic knowledge of electronic manufacturing environment, materials and processes. Knowledge of procurement processes, inventory management and supplier management. Good knowledge of the types of materials being purchased by the department. Good negotiation and problem resolution skills. Ability to handle multiple tasks while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy and working under tight time deadlines. Ability to evaluate, prioritize and problem solve a variety of tasks to ensure their timely and accurate completion. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with a wide variety of internal and external customers. Strong knowledge of SCM policies, and procedures and ISO standards. Physical Demands Duties of this position are performed in a normal office environment. Duties may require extended periods of sitting and sustained visual concentration on a computer monitor or on numbers and other detailed data. Repetitive manual movements (e.g., data entry, using a computer mouse, using a calculator, etc.) are frequently required. Occasional overnight travel may be required Typical Experience Two to four years' relevant experience Typical Education Bachelor's degree in related field, or consideration of an equivalent combination of education and experience. Educational requirements may vary by geography Notes This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities of the position. Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Job duties and the % of time identified for any function are subject to change at any time. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Celestica's policy on equal employment opportunity prohibits discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, veteran or disability status, or other characteristics protected by law. This policy applies to hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral and other aspects of employment and also states that retaliation against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice will not be tolerated. All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. COMPANY OVERVIEW: Celestica (NYSE, TSX: CLS) enables the world's best brands. Through our recognized customer-centric approach, we partner with leading companies in Aerospace and Defense, Communications, Enterprise, HealthTech, Industrial, Capital Equipment and Energy to deliver solutions for their most complex challenges. As a leader in design, manufacturing, hardware platform and supply chain solutions, Celestica brings global expertise and insight at every stage of product development - from drawing board to full-scale production and after-market services for products from advanced medical devices, to highly engineered aviation systems, to next-generation hardware platform solutions for the Cloud. Headquartered in Toronto, with talented teams spanning 40+ locations in 13 countries across the Americas, Europe and Asia, we imagine, develop and deliver a better future with our customers. Celestica would like to thank all applicants, however, only qualified applicants will be contacted. Celestica does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies or fee based recruitment services.

We are seeking a hands-on Procurement Manager to lead all aspects of procurement-from sourcing and supplier negotiation to inventory management and cost-effective purchasing. This role requires a strategic thinker who can also execute tactically. The Procurement Manager will play a critical role in developing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and leading a high-performing team. Key Responsibilities Oversee the procurement process from sourcing to purchasing, ensuring alignment with organizational goals Lead and mentor a talented procurement team while fostering a results-driven culture Develop and implement strategic procurement initiatives to improve cost-efficiency and performance Drive continuous improvement projects that enhance quality, delivery, and cost outcomes in the supply chain Manage supply chain budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities Negotiate with suppliers on pricing, terms, and delivery to ensure the best value Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve supply chain issues and support business operations Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including disruptions, pricing volatility, and quality concerns Qualifications Bachelor of Science in Business preferred Minimum 3-5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or buying in a manufacturing environment Technical Competencies Strong negotiation skills with a strategic approach to achieving mutually beneficial outcomes Excellent project management capabilities with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Solid understanding of business operations, financials, KPIs, and performance metrics Proficient in Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems (Epicor Kinetic knowledge is a plus) Strong verbal and written communication skills Willingness and ability to travel as needed Key Behavioral Traits Builds and leads high-performing teams with strong morale and engagement Collaborates effectively across departments to align procurement with organizational goals Champions continuous improvement and innovation in supply chain practices Makes sound, data-informed decisions that balance cost, quality, and reliability Acts with integrity and promotes company values through actions and leadership Delivers consistent, measurable results and drives performance

Build your Career with an Industry Leader Headquartered in Cincinnati, LSI Industries (NASDAQ: LYTS) specializes in the creation of advanced lighting, graphics, and display solutions across strategic vertical markets. The company's American-made products, which include lighting, print graphics, digital graphics, refrigerated and custom displays, aim to help businesses stand out in a competitive market. With a workforce of approximately 2,000 employees and 20 facilities throughout North America, LSI provides top-quality solutions for its clients. LSI's management team is focused on continued profitable growth. Additional information about LSI is available at *************** We are looking for a Global Commodity Manager (PFG) to support our team at our corporate location in Cincinnati, Ohio Summary: This position will provide leadership in the systematic formulation and timely execution of documented, detailed and well-considered Purchased Finished Good (PFG) strategies. They will select, qualify, evaluate, and manage strategic suppliers. A self-starter simultaneously handling multiple categories with a high degree of initiative, accountability and accuracy requiring minimal daily direction consistent with modern purchasing techniques is desired. Includes project managing the selection, evaluation, implementation, and management of strategic suppliers across multiple sites. Ability to follow a process to complete spend analysis, write RFP's, analyze data, negotiate, implement and monitor compliance to companywide programs, and ongoing evaluation and management of strategic suppliers. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing and scoping the need by working closely with LSI Product Management, create the sourcing strategy, negotiate, work with our vendors and be responsible for the overall management and development of our suppliers. Responsible for the supply chain design of each PFG. You will also lead strategic sourcing initiatives and cross-functional teams, collaborate with subject matter experts to develop scope of work and overall business requirements/standards, draft effective RFI/RFP documents and draft and directly negotiate complex licensing and service agreements with strategic suppliers. Perform market analysis, detailed total cost of ownership comparisons, supplier evaluations and decision matrices, identify contracting risk and draft alternate language to mitigate these risk(s). Facilitate the proposal evaluation process and lead contract negotiations for a wide variety of services. Provide supply management and commodity expertise to clients and suppliers regarding products or services to ensure a total value supply management approach. Initiate and lead supply management processes for assigned contracts/suppliers including scorecards and executive forums. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Support LSI Product Management Purchased Finished Good needs. Select, qualify, manage, and negotiate with PFG supply base. Obtain NDA agreements with PFG suppliers as appropriate. Negotiate and implement supply agreements (contracts) with key OEM suppliers. Systematically develop, lead, implement, manage and promote key supplier relationships through intensive interaction with the supply base. Lead category initiatives through cross-functional team formation and management Develop and implement corporate programs to reduce supply base and achieve cost reduction goals Manage supplier capabilities including but not limited to capacity planning, tooling and resource investments including inventory management Develop, implement and measure contract performance of the supply base including performance metrics for total price savings, spend under contact, etc. Clearly document and present milestone performance in all metrics in a credible and professional way Build and demonstrate personal in-depth knowledge of related industry trends, cost drivers and world class supplier capabilities Obtain and communicate supplier and competitor market intelligence to key LSI team members. Working with Product Management and Sales, develop and implement regional product stocking strategies as well as recommend product mix and respective quantity by location. Work with Buyers to develop a replenishment processes. Education and/or Experience 10 plus years strategic sourcing experience emphasizing negotiation, strategy writing, contracts and is knowledgeable with multiple commodities Experience in the lighting industry a plus Experience in global overseas markets is required International sourcing experience required Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management preferred Capable of simultaneously managing multiple and unrelated commodities or tasks Ability to initiate and recommend commodity goals and accomplishments with a high degree of accountability Able to professionally interact with all levels of supplier and internal management High degree of written and math proficiency and accuracy Time sensitive performer Excellent PC skills especially spreadsheet analyses Travel 20 -35% (including international travel) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations APICS CPIM/CIRM or NAPM CPM is preferred but not required. Other Skills and Abilities Analysis skills Project management Presentation skills Negotiation Skills Ability to understanding engineering specifications and drawings Fundamental understanding of the Supply Chain Ability to work with and lead teams Other Qualifications Possess strong attention to detail. Ability to multi-task Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Paid time off EEOC LSI is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. LSI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Our client in Novi, MI is seeking an automotive Buyer for a 4-6 month contract. The ideal candidate is a highly organized, detail-oriented team player who will oversee the entire order process. You will review proposals, negotiate prices, select the best suppliers, analyze trends, follow up with placed orders, verify delivery, approve payment, and maintain necessary records. Responsibilities Initial preparation and issuance of Request for Quotations (RFQs) for a wide range of commodities Process modifications to terms and conditions of purchase agreements Perform analysis on suppliers to develop more efficient processes and cost-effective solutions Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in purchasing, inventory, or supply chain management Excellent written and verbal communication skills Procurement experience in a manufacturing environment Price negotiations Management of multiple different suppliers concurrently. Experience tracking and driving on time deliveries. Experience interfacing with cross-functional team to resolve issue (PM, Engineering, etc). Self-starter and problem solver Proficient Microsoft Office How You Will Be Successful: Envision the Future Communicate Honestly and Broadly Seek Technology and Business “First” Embrace Diversity and Take Risks What We Offer: Competitive Salary Comprehensive Benefit Package 401(k) with matching contributions Paid Time Off Employee Discounts Free training on all Altair products Why Work with Us: Altair is a global technology company providing software and cloud solutions in the area of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer's toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today's problems into tomorrow's opportunities. Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing. For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit altair.com Ready to go? #ONLYFORWARD At our core we are explorers; adventures; pioneers. We are the brains behind some of the world's most revolutionary innovations and are not only comfortable in new and unchartered waters, we dive headfirst. We are the original trailblazers that make the impossible possible, discovering new solutions to our customer's toughest challenges. Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our backgrounds are diverse, and every member of our global team is critical to our success. Altair's history demonstrations a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.

Duration: 12 Months (Possibility of extension/conversion based on performance and budget) Client: One of the largest Aircraft Engines and Automotive companies in the US This Commodity Support Role will support the Global Commodity Managers across all Indirect Commodities such as Logistics, Corporate Services, Manufacturing, Facilities Management, Engineering Services, Test and Tooling. Duties: Adhere to the company's code of ethics. Comply & Ensure Compliance with the companies processes and policies. Investigate chronic invoicing issues; resolve at the root cause to maintain on-time and accurate payments to the suppliers. Support special projects within the business as needed. Review contractual agreements and supplier compliance. Negotiate supplier agreements, terms of business, and final pricing. Audit of Supplier data as requested. Maintain data integrity in Coupa. Administer Sourcing Events for Assigned site and issued purchase orders. Assist Category Team as required. Qualifications: Associate degree with 4 years of experience or Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience or 6 years of experience in lieu of a degree. Preferred: Experience in Microsoft Office Suite. Proven interpersonal skills. Experience in cross-functional working. Demonstrates strong skills in managing time & tasks to completion. Some procurement experience and negotiation skills. Primarily small businesses interaction. CMC ceramic composite materials is a newer technology. SAP is not at the location yet, but coming. Excellent professional writing skills.

Seeking a Procurement Specialist 1 to join our Supply Chain Department in Madison, Mississippi. The successful candidate will need to understand the different commodities of procurement and be responsible for Source selection, creating request for quotation (RFQ), Requesting certifications from suppliers, creating purchase orders under $30K, but not limited to, this will be to the discretion of the manager, perform negotiations with pre-approval from your manager and/or senior lead as well as monitoring and tracking supplier acknowledgements, delivery status, assisting senior buyers in the creation of 9 tabs folders. Will also have responsibility of tracking past due purchase orders, to ensure that SAP is updated and notes of the status is posted for data accuracy. Trouble shooting supplier invoices to provide resolution of payment. Participates in supplier visits as well as assist in the developing the agenda for the program review. Job Responsibilities: Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records. May prepare Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages. Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards. Other projects and initiatives as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Associate Degree AND a minimum of four (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent AND a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data. Some travel will be required. Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly. Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers are required. Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position). Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position). Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required.

Seeking a Procurement Specialist 1 to join our Supply Chain Department in Madison, Mississippi. The successful candidate will need to understand the different commodities of procurement and be responsible for Source selection, creating request for quotation (RFQ), Requesting certifications from suppliers, creating purchase orders under $30K, but not limited to, this will be to the discretion of the manager, perform negotiations with pre-approval from your manager and/or senior lead as well as monitoring and tracking supplier acknowledgements, delivery status, assisting senior buyers in the creation of 9 tabs folders. Will also have responsibility of tracking past due purchase orders, to ensure that SAP is updated and notes of the status is posted for data accuracy. Trouble shooting supplier invoices to provide resolution of payment. Participates in supplier visits as well as assist in the developing the agenda for the program review. Job Responsibilities: Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records. May prepare Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages. Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards. Other projects and initiatives as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Associate Degree AND a minimum of four (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent AND a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data. Some travel will be required. Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly. Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers are required. Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position). Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position). Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required.

Job Title: Procurement Specialist Duration: 8+month Project/Can be Extended Pay Rate : $25 to $27/hr Shift: Monday-Friday Hours: 8am-5pm Job Responsibilities Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records. May prepare Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages. Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards. Other projects and initiatives as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Associate Degree AND a minimum of four (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent AND a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data. Some travel will be required. Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly. Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers are required. Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position). Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position). Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required. Pay Rate : $25 to $27/hr

Seeking a Procurement Specialist 1 to join our Supply Chain Department in Madison, Mississippi. The successful candidate will need to understand the different commodities of procurement and be responsible for Source selection, creating request for quotation (RFQ), Requesting certifications from suppliers, creating purchase orders under $30K, but not limited to, this will be to the discretion of the manager, perform negotiations with pre-approval from your manager and/or senior lead as well as monitoring and tracking supplier acknowledgements, delivery status, assisting senior buyers in the creation of 9 tabs folders. Will also have responsibility of tracking past due purchase orders, to ensure that SAP is updated and notes of the status is posted for data accuracy. Trouble shooting supplier invoices to provide resolution of payment. Participates in supplier visits as well as assist in the developing the agenda for the program review. Job Responsibilities: Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records. May prepare Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages. Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards. Other projects and initiatives as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Associate Degree AND a minimum of four (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent AND a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data. Some travel will be required. Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly. Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers are required. Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position). Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position). Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required.

Job Title: Procurement Specialist Duration: 8+month Project/Can be Extended Pay Rate : $25 to $27/hr Shift: Monday-Friday Hours: 8am-5pm Job Responsibilities Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records. May prepare Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages. Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards. Other projects and initiatives as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Associate Degree AND a minimum of four (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent AND a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data. Some travel will be required. Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly. Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers are required. Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position). Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position). Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required. Pay Rate : $25 to $27/hr

This job description outlines a versatile clerical role within a highway material testing facility's Business Unit Section. Key aspects of the position include: Intermediate-Level Clerical: This position requires a balance of established office skills and the ability to handle more complex tasks related to purchasing, finance, and logistics. Business Unit Focus: The work directly supports the business operations of the facility, ensuring smooth administrative processes. Variety of Duties: The role encompasses a wide range of responsibilities, from routine office tasks to more specialized financial and tracking activities. Key Responsibilities: Purchase Tracking (SMO Expenditures): This is a core duty, requiring meticulous attention to detail. The individual will manage the entire purchasing process, from initial requests to final warrant issuance. Emphasis on compliance with purchasing guidelines and budget monitoring. Mailroom and Inventory Management: Handling all mail-related functions (receiving, sorting, shipping). Managing the inventory of uniforms, aprons, and lab coats. Financial Reporting and Data Analysis: The ability to extract financial data, analyze it, and present it in a clear and understandable format. Front Desk Backup: Providing coverage for the front desk, including greeting visitors, issuing badges, and directing them. Contract Worker Timesheet Processing: Reviewing and processing timesheets, and tracking contract worker hours. General Office Duties: Performing standard clerical tasks such as copying, filing, shredding, and assisting with projects. Preferred Skills: Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Essential for interacting with colleagues, visitors, and vendors. Organization and Motivation: The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively. Data Entry and Quality Review: Accurate and efficient data entry skills, with a focus on quality. Computer Proficiency: Expertise in Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Technical Writing Skills: The ability to create clear and concise written documents. Multitasking and Teamwork: The capacity to handle multiple responsibilities and collaborate with others. Additional Notes In essence, this role requires a detail-oriented, organized, and adaptable individual who can contribute to the efficient operation of a busy highway material testing facility. The position reports to the Gainesville, FL office Monday - Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Job Title: Procurement Specialist Duration: 8+month Project/Can be Extended Pay Rate : $25 to $27/hr Shift: Monday-Friday Hours: 8am-5pm Job Responsibilities Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records. May prepare Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages. Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards. Other projects and initiatives as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Associate Degree AND a minimum of four (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent AND a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data. Some travel will be required. Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly. Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers are required. Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position). Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position). Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required. Pay Rate : $25 to $27/hr

Seeking a Procurement Specialist 1 to join our Supply Chain Department in Madison, Mississippi. The successful candidate will need to understand the different commodities of procurement and be responsible for Source selection, creating request for quotation (RFQ), Requesting certifications from suppliers, creating purchase orders under $30K, but not limited to, this will be to the discretion of the manager, perform negotiations with pre-approval from your manager and/or senior lead as well as monitoring and tracking supplier acknowledgements, delivery status, assisting senior buyers in the creation of 9 tabs folders. Will also have responsibility of tracking past due purchase orders, to ensure that SAP is updated and notes of the status is posted for data accuracy. Trouble shooting supplier invoices to provide resolution of payment. Participates in supplier visits as well as assist in the developing the agenda for the program review. Job Responsibilities: Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records. May prepare Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages. Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards. Other projects and initiatives as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Associate Degree AND a minimum of four (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent AND a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data. Some travel will be required. Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly. Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers are required. Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position). Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position). Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required.

Job Title: Procurement Specialist Duration: 8+month Project/Can be Extended Pay Rate : $25 to $27/hr Shift: Monday-Friday Hours: 8am-5pm Job Responsibilities Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records. May prepare Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages. Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards. Other projects and initiatives as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Associate Degree AND a minimum of four (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent AND a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data. Some travel will be required. Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly. Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers are required. Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position). Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position). Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required. Pay Rate : $25 to $27/hr

Seeking a Procurement Specialist 1 to join our Supply Chain Department in Madison, Mississippi. The successful candidate will need to understand the different commodities of procurement and be responsible for Source selection, creating request for quotation (RFQ), Requesting certifications from suppliers, creating purchase orders under $30K, but not limited to, this will be to the discretion of the manager, perform negotiations with pre-approval from your manager and/or senior lead as well as monitoring and tracking supplier acknowledgements, delivery status, assisting senior buyers in the creation of 9 tabs folders. Will also have responsibility of tracking past due purchase orders, to ensure that SAP is updated and notes of the status is posted for data accuracy. Trouble shooting supplier invoices to provide resolution of payment. Participates in supplier visits as well as assist in the developing the agenda for the program review. Job Responsibilities: Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records. May prepare Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages. Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards. Other projects and initiatives as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Associate Degree AND a minimum of four (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent AND a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data. Some travel will be required. Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly. Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers are required. Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position). Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position). Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required.

Job Title: Procurement Specialist Duration: 8+month Project/Can be Extended Pay Rate : $25 to $27/hr Shift: Monday-Friday Hours: 8am-5pm Job Responsibilities Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers' operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records. May prepare Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages. Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards. Other projects and initiatives as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor's Degree AND 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Associate Degree AND a minimum of four (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent AND a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data. Some travel will be required. Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly. Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers are required. Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position). Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position). Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required. Pay Rate : $25 to $27/hr