Sr. Procurement Specialist (USI8) (2081)

VSE Aviation; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

VSE Aviation is seeking a full-time procurement professional in the Doral, FL area to implement a new business channel and support distribution purchasing. The role requires strong analytical skills and experience with BI tools to create dashboards and actionable insights.

The candidate will lead strategic sourcing, evaluate bids, and manage supplier relationships. Responsibilities include complex purchasing, contract activities, and detailed tracking of requisitions and orders, with a focus on

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3+ years of related work experience.
• 7+ years of relevant/technical experience.
• Proficiency with Word, Excel, Outlook.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Ability to manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Statistical analysis and modeling.
• Team oriented and fast learner.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement BI dashboards and reports.
• Purchase complex or high-value materials.
• Lead strategic sourcing activities including SOW/RFP.
• Compare prices and delivery dates to select best bid.
• Track requisitions, contracts, and orders.
• Prepare purchase orders and share with suppliers.
• Oversee supplier site visits as needed.

Skills

Analytical skills

Strong written and oral communication

Time management

Team oriented

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

PowerBI

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB DETAILS

Location: Doral, FL 33122

Position Type: Full Time

Shift: 1st Shift

Category: Non DOT - Safety Sensitive Position

SUMMARY

As part of a leading global aerospace distributor, this position will be directly responsible for the successful implementation of a new business channel as well as a supportive role in buying of material required for distribution. It will require a detail oriented self-starter with exceptional analytical skills.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Understanding of Microsoft PowerBI design and implementation of a complete business plan; followed by dashboards, reports, visualizations, and interactive (auto-updated from Component Control Quantum ERP system) analysis of the plan and associated metrics, KPIs, trending, cost control, comparison, what-if queries, etc.
• Responsible for purchasing complex or unusual, technical, or high value materials, supplies, or services.
• Leads aspects of strategic sourcing, which may include Statement of Work (SOW) and Request for Proposal (RFP) preparation, proposal evaluation, price/cost analysis, contract negotiation, vendor management, and contract administration.
• Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates in order to determine the best bid among potential suppliers.
• Tracks the status of requisitions, contracts, and orders.
• Prepares purchase orders and sends copies to suppliers and to departments originating requests.
• Oversees and/or conducts supplier site visits as necessary.

QUALIFICATIONS - MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree or an additional 3 years of specific work experience in lieu of degree.
• 7+ years of relevant/technical work experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and scheduling applications.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Effective time management, able to identify and prioritize tasks necessary to meet long and short-term objectives.
• Statistical Analysis and Modeling.
• Team oriented, resourceful, and fast learner.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree.
• 10+ years of purchasing work experience.
• PowerBI or other BI tool License.
• Knowledge of Component Control Quantum is a plus.

OTHER

The selected applicant will be subject to a background check and drug testing.