Title: Sr Procurement Specialist
Location: Tempe AZ 85284 (Hybrid)
Start with 12 months contract.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to optimize costs, quality, and delivery performance.
• Conduct market research and supplier evaluations to identify strategic suppliers and onboard them.
• Lead supplier negotiations and contract management to ensure favorable terms and conditions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier performance and supply chain efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance and manage supplier relationships to mitigate risks and ensure compliance.

YOU MUST HAVE
• 8+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, business, or finance.

WE VALUE
• Bachelor's Degree in business, procurement, supply chain, finance, or technical discipline.
• Strong data analytics usage (MS Excel, Tableau, PowerBI, etc...) and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in supplier management and contract negotiations.
• Experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment, specifically Aerospace.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices and industry trends.
• Certification in procurement or supply chain management.
• Ability to independently lead multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with SAP or similar procurement systems preferred.
• Experience with federal acquisitions regulations, defense federal acquisition regulations, and commercial practices
• Significant experience managing long-term supply agreements and subcontracts (FFP, CP, CPIF, etc.).
• Ability to negotiate terms and conditions.