Sr Procurement Specialist

Review requisitions to issue purchase orders optimizing for value, quality, delivery, and price. Assist in supplier selection through facility inspections and adjudicate vendor differences. Obtain quotations, select vendors, and maintain liaison between requisitioning departments and suppliers. Perform technical fabrication assistance, interpret specifications, and recommend material substitutions to improve quality or reduce costs. Provide production control with quantity and lead-time data for economic lot purchases. Maintain follow-up on open orders, advise management on delinquent orders, and review rejected parts for final disposition. Assist in preparing reports, maintenance records, and buyer training. Uphold core values of integrity, innovation, accountability, and teamwork while reporting quality problems for corrective action.