SAPA Transmission, in its growth in the U.S.A., is looking for a Senior Procurement Specialist (Senior Buyer) to assist in ensuring all tasks between SAPA Transmission and its selected vendors are negotiated, instituted, and managed effectively and efficiently to meet business objectives. Will work closely with the Supply Chain Manager, Production, Engineering and Program Management Department to secure all components necessary to produce the transmission for the Army's tracked armored vehicles.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on quality, cost, reliability, and performance criteria while promoting supplier diversity and sustainable procurement practices when applicable.Maintain and cultivate relationships with key suppliers to ensure a stable and efficient supply chain for SAPA Transmission's prototype and production buildDevelop / Execute / Implement sourcing strategies to fulfill the procurement, inventory, and distribution of assigned direct components to support program timelines and achieve cost targets.Monitor supply markets and trends, and implement risk management strategies to mitigate supply chainLead the solicitation and preparation of Request for Quotations (RFQ), Request for Proposals (RFP), and Request for Information (RFI) for direct components to ensure most cost-effective pricing.Manage price analysis of quotations; cost analysis and negotiation of proposals; fact finding in RFI's.Create and report out Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and assist with the development of a vendorDrive timely completion of Purchase Orders in Deltek consistent with contractSupports the process to maintain ISO 9001:2015 and FAR / DFARResponsible for maintaining policies, procedures and work instructions that assist the Supply ChainPosition requires interfacing with other functional departments such as Production, Program Management, Engineering, Quality andResearch advanced technologies that provide SAPA Transmission a competitiveRecommend continuous process improvement ideas, develop strategic plans, and support ERP system testing andProvide guidance and mentorship to Procurement Specialists to ensure their growth and development within the SAPA TransmissionPerforms other duties asRequirements:

　　Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, or equivalent. Master's degree a5 - 10 years of experience in a procurement role; preferably within the defenseExperience with procurement of machining parts (gears, turning and milling parts) made of steel andDemonstrated ability to negotiate complex contracts withStrong communication and problem-solvingAble to build a rapport with all levels of theExperience with Microsoft Office Suite products including Outlook, Teams, Word, PowerPoint, andExperience with ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 and DeltekAbility to prioritize and multitask assignments to meetAPICS or equivalent certifications aProactive attitude towards work, teamwork, andAvailability for traveling to visitBenefits:

　　Competitive wages based onPaid holidays and vacationMedical, dental, vision and life insuranceShort and long-term disability.Retirement plan.

　　*SAPA Transmission is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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