Procurement Specialist - job 1 of 4

Aston Carter Job Alert: A well-established company in the Kansas City, Missouri area is seeking a procurement specialist to join their team! This is a contract position offering $34-$37/hr (based on experience). The company is looking for candidates with at least 5 years of experience. Seeking candidates with experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or a related field. Apply to learn more!Job Title: Procurement SpecialistJob Description• As a Procurement Specialist, you are responsible for managing all associated parts assigned MRP messages, including but not limited to buy, expedite, defer, and cancel.• You will collaborate with home site and engineering teams on DCR communications for assigned commodities or suppliers as directed.• Your role ensures that supplier metrics are established and met, and BSP usage is maximized towards a 100% goal.• You will be involved in purchasing materials, parts, supplies, and equipment, focusing on optimizing price, delivery, and terms, with an annual purchasing volume of $3-5 million.• This role requires active participation in the development of products with suppliers, handling items that often involve complex or obsolete designs and technologies. You will own the performance of assigned suppliers, particularly in delivery, cost, and capacity/recovery schedule performance, and will be required to address and escalate issues impacting production.• Additionally, you will review and issue purchase requisitions, expedite as necessary, and work cross-functionally with various engineering and operational teams to coordinate purchase timing, quantities, pricing, and the delivery/storage of goods. You will also perform other related duties and projects as required.Hard Skills• Expedite production supply requirements utilizing JDE MRP/ERP systems• Ability to read technical drawings and identify material call-outs• Knowledge of Bill of Materials (BOM) structure• Demonstrated ability to deliver results in a manufacturing environmentSoft Skills• Strong communication skills• Ability to work cross-functionally• Problem-solving skills• Time management skillsJob TypeThis is a contract position with a duration of 5 monthsWork SiteThis is a fully on-site position in Lenexa, Kansas.Work EnvironmentThe role is based in a manufacturing setting with core hours from Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm. Some evening work will be required, including evening calls on Mondays to communicate with suppliers overseas.About Aston CarterAston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.Diversity, Equity & InclusionAt Aston Carter, Diversity And Inclusion Are a Bridge Towards The Equity And Success Of Our People. DE&I Are Embedded Into Our Culture Through• Hiring diverse talent• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes• Ensuring growth opportunities for our peopleThe company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.