Procurement Analyst

<p><strong>Position Summary &amp; Objective</strong></p><p>The Procurement Analyst&nbsp; is a strategic procurement professional responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing the supply of materials, components, and services required for a heavy fabricating manufacturing environment. This role oversees complex, high‑value purchasing activities across a global supply base, ensuring cost competitiveness, supply continuity, and adherence to quality and delivery requirements. The Procurement Analyst&nbsp;partners closely with engineering, operations, quality, and finance to support production schedules and long‑term business objectives.</p><p><strong>Essential Functions Performed by the Position</strong><strong>&nbsp; </strong></p><ul><li>Develop and execute sourcing strategies for raw materials, fabricated components, capital equipment, and specialized services used in heavy manufacturing.</li><li>Identify, evaluate, and qualify global and domestic suppliers to ensure capability, capacity, and compliance with technical and quality standards.</li><li>Lead supplier negotiations focused on cost reduction, long‑term agreements, risk mitigation, and performance improvement.</li><li>Monitor supplier performance using KPIs such as on‑time delivery, quality, and cost competitiveness.</li><li>Drive supplier development initiatives to strengthen supply chain resilience and reduce total cost of ownership.</li><li>Monitor reporting and ERP system for purchase demand requirements.</li><li>Expedite or follow-up on purchases when required and update record if ship dates change.</li><li>Negotiate Blanket Orders, with suppliers, for frequently needed materials.</li><li>Support logistics and customs activities.</li><li>Using data analytics across spend categories to drive organizational decision making through Power BI.</li><li>Satisfy ISO 9001 Quality Standard as it applies to purchasing functions.</li></ul>

<p><strong>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities</strong><strong> </strong></p><ul><li>Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills</li><li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail</li><li>Strong analytical and problem-solving skills</li><li>Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, blueprint reading and quality assurance procedures.</li><li>Proficient with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and Power BI.</li><li>Proficient in use of ERP systems to support purchasing activities (Epicor)</li></ul><p><strong>Required Education and Experience </strong></p><ul><li>Associates degree or Bachelors degree preferred or one to two&nbsp;years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>Experience in a job shop or engineered to order manufacturing environment is preferred.</li><li>Heavy manufacturing experience preferred.</li></ul><p><strong>Licenses or Certifications Required</strong></p><ul><li>None</li></ul>