Senior Specialist Procurement

The ideal candidate will bring strong procurement, contract negotiation, supplier management, and purchasing experience, along with the ability to collaborate effectively across Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management teams. We are seeking an experienced Senior Specialist, Procurement (Level 4) to support complex sourcing and purchasing activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Position Type:      Senior Specialist Procurement
Location:         Jupiter, FL
Hourly rate: $42.00
Contractor benefits: Medical, Vision, Dental, 401k
Job Description:
Location: Onsite
Schedule: 9/80 Work Schedule
Employment Type: Contract
U.S. Citizenship Required (No Dual Citizenship)
Drive Critical Supply Chain Success in a High-Performance Manufacturing Environment
We are seeking an experienced Senior Specialist, Procurement (Level 4) to support complex sourcing and purchasing activities within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This position plays a critical role in securing materials, components, and services that directly impact production schedules, program execution, and customer commitments.
The ideal candidate will bring strong procurement, contract negotiation, supplier management, and purchasing experience, along with the ability to collaborate effectively across Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, and Program Management teams.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Procurement & Supplier Management

• Procure critical-path materials, components, and services required to support manufacturing and operational objectives.
• Manage supplier relationships, assigned commodities, and subcontract activities to ensure uninterrupted supply and program success.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between suppliers and internal stakeholders, including Quality, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Program teams.
• Proactively monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery, quality, and contractual issues.

Contract Administration & Negotiation

• Create, issue, and administer various contract types, including Fixed-Price (FFP) and Time & Materials (T&M) agreements.
• Lead supplier selection activities, competitive sourcing initiatives, cost and price analyses, fact-finding efforts, and formal negotiations.
• Review and negotiate contract terms, conditions, amendments, and procurement-related agreements, including End User License Agreements (EULAs).
• Ensure procurement strategies align with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Delivery Performance & Schedule Management

• Monitor supplier delivery commitments and drive on-time performance.
• Engage suppliers proactively to mitigate schedule risks and prevent shortages that could impact production or program milestones.
• Support expediting activities when required to maintain operational continuity.

Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Maintain procurement documentation and purchasing records in compliance with company policies, procedures, and Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements.
• Conduct file audits and peer reviews to ensure procurement documentation accuracy and compliance.
• Actively participate in department, business unit, and enterprise-wide continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support best practices that enhance procurement efficiency, supplier performance, and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications
Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 6 years of relevant procurement, purchasing, or supply chain experience, OR
• Master's degree and a minimum of 4 years of related experience, OR
• In lieu of a degree, 10+ years of relevant procurement or purchasing experience.

Preferred Background

• Minimum 4+ years of purchasing experience in an MRP/ERP-driven manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated success leading procurement negotiations and managing supplier relationships.
• Experience with contracts, contractual terms and conditions, and procurement agreement administration.
• Government contracting or FAR-compliant purchasing experience is preferred but not required.

Technical Skills

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Experience utilizing ERP/MRP systems to manage procurement activities and supplier performance.
• Working knowledge of engineering drawings, technical documentation, product configurations, and manufacturing requirements.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities with exceptional attention to detail.

Must be U.S. Person for purposes of Export Compliance.  Reference Number: VEVBA
 EEO Statement Apollo Professional Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability status, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, protected veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other status or characteristic protected under federal, state, or local law.
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