Procurement Associate (supply chain, sourcing)

Butler America Aerospace L.L.C.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 33,062 - 37,195; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical

Dental

Vision

Sick time as applicable to state law

Job summary

Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is seeking a Procurement Associate in Charlotte, NC to lead category strategy for aftermarket parts and manage supplier relationships.

The role emphasizes market research, cost optimization, and cross-functional collaboration with Planning, Engineering, and Operations. Qualified candidates bring 2+ years in supply chain/sourcing with a large international firm, strong Excel/Word skills, SAP and Power BI experience, and willingness to travel up to 20% in North

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years in Supply Chain / Sourcing with large international company.
• 3+ years advanced skills in MS Excel & Word.
• 2+ years experience in SAP and MS Power BI.
• Ability to travel in North America, up to 20%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a category strategy for aftermarket parts.
• Conduct market research to identify opportunities, risks, and trends in the aftermarket HVAC industry.
• Lead supplier identification, evaluation, selection, localization, and relationship activities.
• Negotiate favorable terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers.
• Manage pricing with regional vendors to protect interests while enabling partnerships.
• Implement cost reduction initiatives and monitor market dynamics.
• Collaborate with Planning, Supply Chain, Engineering, Product Development, and Operations.
• Define and track KPIs for suppliers and address performance issues.
• Build and lead aftermarket vendors on a high-performing cross-functional team.

Skills

MS Excel

MS Word

Power BI

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Job description

Procurement Associate (supply chain, sourcing)

Location: Charlotte, NC (28269)

Job ID: #72823

Pay Range: $24-27

Shift: Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm, some flexibility with shift

New grads encouraged to apply with 2yrs experience in Supply Chain / Sourcing with large, international company preferably in aftermarket or resales business.

The Company - For 100+yrs, a Leading Global Giant in the HVAC Manufacturing Industry, #1 HVAC company in the USA, #2 in the world!

About This Role:

Great place to grow a career with a Global Leader.

Job Description:

Category Strategy Development:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive category strategy for Aftermarket parts, aligned with the organization's overall procurement and business objectives.
• Conduct market research and analysis to identify new opportunities, potential risks, and emerging trends within the Aftermarket HVAC industry.

Supplier Management:

• Lead supplier identification, evaluation, selection, localization, and relationship activities.
• Establish and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers to ensure the highest quality, competitive pricing, and timely delivery of parts, materials, components, and products.

Negotiation and Contract Management:

• Negotiate favorable terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers.
• Manage pricing with regional vendors to protect the organization's interests while promoting mutually beneficial partnerships in a cross functional sourcing environment.

Cost Optimization:

• Implement cost reduction initiatives and continuously monitor market dynamics to capitalize on cost-saving opportunities within the Aftermarket parts HVAC category without compromising quality.

Collaboration:

• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Planning, Supply Chain, Engineering, Product Development, and Operations, to understand their requirements and ensure alignment between procurement and business objectives.

Supplier Performance Management:

• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for suppliers, evaluate their performance regularly, and work collaboratively to address any performance issues.

Team Leadership:

• Build and lead Aftermarket assigned vendors on a high-performing cross functional team of procurement professionals. Provide guidance, strategy, and influence others.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree
• 2+ years of experience in Supply Chain / Sourcing within large, international organizations, preferably in aftermarket or resales business
• 3+ years of advanced user knowledge in MS Excel & Word
• 2+ years of experience in SAP and MS PowerBI
• Ability to travel in North America, up to 20% (international as needed)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in supply chain, Business, or Engineering
• 3+ years of experience in Sourcing / Supply Chain for Aftermarket
• Demonstrated track record of driving significant cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier optimization, and contract negotiation
• Strong analytical and market research skills, with the ability to identify and capitalize on market opportunities while mitigating supply chain risks
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers
• English communication (written and verbal)
• Presentation skills, able to influence stakeholders at all levels
• Certified in Six Sigma or lean Manufacture is a plus

Benefits provided:

• 401K
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Sick time as applicable to state law

Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is an equal opportunity employer. Butler evaluates applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. Butler America Aerospace, LLC. EEO Policy Statement and "Know Your Rights" Poster is available here: Applicant and Employee Notices.

Butler America Aerospace, LLC. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please contact the Human Resources Department at [e-mail].