Indirect Sourcing & Procurement Specialist

Vast is looking for an Indirect Sourcing & Procurement Specialist, that will be a crucial member of our growing Finance and Accounting team, and play a vital role in supporting indirect and capital purchases. 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares and sends POs to vendors or internal departments
• Obtain quotes and negotiate pricing from vendors
• Manage vendor onboarding process including setting-up credit terms, up-to-date W9 forms and other necessary information
• Contribute to automation and process improvement projects to facilitate sourcing, contracting and purchasing activities
• Manage vendor relationships for key suppliers
• Establish and maintain electronic repository for supporting documentation related to all purchasing (POs, Quotes, PO acknowledgements)
• Work with Account Payable team to resolve vendors’ invoice payment issues
• Liaise with forwarder for importing shipment clearance and delivery to plant
• Assist the Finance team with other ad-hoc projects as needed

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree 
• 3+ years of experience in a combination of purchasing, contracting, materials management or other related areas

PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree in business degree, finance or related field 
• Experience in purchasing or similar procurement related experience
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Quickbooks or equivalent ERP/accounting system
• Experience with contract negotiation and document management skills 
• Ability to thrive at an early-stage startup where you will have the opportunity to help create and optimize key systems and processes
• Working knowledge of procurement and cost accounting
• Excellent attention to detail, accuracy, time management and work prioritization
• Ability to work independently and with a team in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Ensures confidentiality and controls access to sensitive information
• Strong sense of accountability and integrity with excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Aerospace manufacturing experience is a plus