Principal Procurement Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Oversee procurement functions for designated suppliers, which includes part setup, placing purchase orders, expediting processes, and ensuring timely delivery.

• Track and uphold precise ERP/MRP system data, such as lead times, supply periods, safety stock levels, and other relevant procurement metrics.

• Build and sustain relationships with suppliers while fostering enhancements in quality, cost efficiency, and delivery timelines.

• Engage in supplier negotiations, solicit competitive bids, and participate in sourcing activities.

• Assess supplier performance, recognize risks and trends, and tackle issues related to shortages, delays, and supply interruptions.

• Collaborate with Planners and cross-functional teams to address shortages and enhance supplier delivery performance.

• Address discrepancies related to receiving, invoices, purchase orders, and suppliers.

• Facilitate root cause analysis and implement corrective measures in collaboration with suppliers.

• Assist in production readiness assessments, DMP management, and purchasing efforts necessary for maintaining production continuity.

• Generate procurement metrics, supplier performance evaluations, risk assessments, and presentations.

• Contribute to audits, leadership assessments, and special projects.

⛳️ Requirements

• A University Degree or equivalent experience, along with a minimum of 5 years of relevant prior experience, or an Advanced Degree in a related discipline.

• Proven professional or educational experience in communicating effectively in both English and Spanish (both verbal and written).

• U.S. citizenship is mandatory.

• Previous experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing setting.

• Familiarity with SAP, Agile, or other ERP/MRP systems.

• Experience with competitive bidding, supplier development, negotiation, and performance management.

• Understanding of Lean principles, continuous improvement practices, and root cause analysis techniques.

• Knowledge of contractual terms and conditions, FAR/DFAR regulations, and supplier compliance obligations.

• Must be residing in Puerto Rico at the commencement of employment.

• Relocation assistance is not provided.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.

• Three weeks of vacation provided for newly hired employees.

• A comprehensive 401(k) plan that includes employer matching contributions.

• Eligibility for the Employee Scholar Program (ESP).

• Life insurance and disability coverage available.

• Employee Assistance Plan that offers up to 8 complimentary counseling sessions.