Procurement Specialist

ob Description

We are seeking a Specialist Procurement L3 to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in MRP/ERP-driven purchasing, subcontract management, and contract negotiation and a proven ability to secure critical components and services on schedule while maintaining compliance with FAR and company policies.

Responsibilities:

• Procure critical-path components and services to support organizational and manufacturing needs.
• Manage subcontracts for assigned suppliers and commodities and act as liaison to Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Program teams.
• Create and issue contracts, including FFP and T&M, lead supplier selection, perform cost/price analysis, fact finding, and formal negotiations.
• Ensure adherence to delivery schedules and conduct proactive supplier follow-up to meet required dates.
• Review and negotiate terms and conditions and evaluate agreements such as End User License Agreements.
• Interpret and apply component specifications and requirements in sourcing decisions.
• Maintain documentation control in compliance with FAR and company procedures and policies.
• Perform audits of PO files and documentation, including peer file audits.
• Actively participate in departmental and enterprise improvement initiatives.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 4+ years of professional purchasing experience in an MRP/ERP-driven manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience in procurement negotiations and supplier management.
• Contracting knowledge, including terms and conditions and procurement agreement management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Understanding of engineering documentation and product configuration.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience, or a Graduate degree with a minimum of 2 years of related experience, or in lieu of a degree, a minimum of 8 years of related experience.

About BCforward:

Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.

BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.