Outsourcing Specialist

Ascent Aerospace – Inspiring the next generation of flight! Summary of PositionThe Outsourcing Specialist is responsible for vendor/supplier qualification, quality, and performance management, order management activities, and maintaining overall vendor/supplier relationships. Essential Functions Identify, evaluate and onboard new vendors and suppliers. Review vendor/supplier capabilities and conduct capacity planning as needed Request quotes and negotiate terms for outsourced goods and services Plan and monitor outsourced activities within the given project timeline in close collaboration with the internal project teams and the vendors/suppliers Directly communicate status updates, action plans, and recovery strategies with program, planning, and operations teams Represent the organization in meetings with internal and external stakeholders to manage specific projects Manage approved vendor/supplier lists and corresponding files Monitor and report supplier/vendor quality and delivery performance metrics and improvement goals Partner with Quality Assurance to complete vendor/supplier audits, problem-solving activities, and corrective actions as needed Initiate and negotiate cost-saving measures, leveraging innovative strategies to enhance value and optimize the organization's financial performance Develop and implement strategies for on-time delivery (OTD) execution, material cost reduction, lead time improvements, supplier rationalization, and working capital optimization Prevent production material shortages by proactively identifying and expediting necessary items   REQUIRED SKILLS, EDUCATION, AND EXPERIENCE Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful job performance will be considered.  Typical qualifications would be: 5 years of experience in supplier/vendor management, supplier vendor qualification, or purchasing environment 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment –knowledge of practices including made to order fabrication, welding, machining, bonding, fastening a plus Demonstrated experience dealing directly with suppliers from a quality, purchasing, and/or development perspective High school diploma or equivalent required Associates or higher degree a plus This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22.C.F.R. § is required Preferred SKILLS Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Strong interpersonal skills Effective speaking and listening skills Technical, analytical, and problem-solving mindset Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment Ethical conduct with a high regard for confidential information Proficient with computers, SAP software, Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications Blueprint and GD&T interpretation, Bill of Material (BOM) understanding Organized with a keen attention to detail   SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY None     TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS Occasional travel to vendors/suppliers as necessary   WORKING CONDITIONS Working conditions described here are representative of those that may be experienced by an employee on a daily basis while performing the functions of this job. Typically sits for extended periods at a computer workstation May access and work in the manufacturing plant While performing the duties of this job, employee may be exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes and airborne particles The employee may be exposed to vibration The employee is occasionally exposed to caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate May be required to travel to other site locations during the work day May be required to work weekends to meet department and business demands Work with safe manufacturing processes and understand that eyewear is mandatory in the manufacturing area. Knows that safety shoes are recommended in the manufacturing area   PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Must be able to sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Must be able to see, talk, hear, touch, feel and reach with hands and arms. Must be able to frequently walk and stand for short periods of time Must be able to lift and move up to 35lbs, occasionally lift and move objects up to 50lbs.     SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Employment is contingent upon successfully passing an employee reference check, criminal background check, and drug screening. This position requires use of information that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder').  Ascent Aerospace is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status or a person’s relationship or association with a protected veteran, including spouses and other family members, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Equal Employment Opportunity Posters. If you’d like to view a copy of the company’s affirmative action plan or policy statement, please call toll-free 1 586-726-0500. If you have a disability and you believe you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please call toll-free 1 586-726-0500. This phone number is created exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.   ABOUT US Ascent Aerospace is a world renowned, single-source provider of production and automated assembly systems for the aerospace, defense and space industries.  As the largest tooling group, Ascent produces a full suite of both mold and assembly tooling required for the aerospace manufacturing market, including the largest invar molds ever made for aerospace.  As an automation provider and production system integrator, Ascent work with customers to develop their project and see it through from process engineering, to build and installation to ensure it is an efficient and cost-effective solution.