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Ontic is a leading global aerospace OEM trusted by the world’s aviation leaders. Specializing in precision engineering, MRO, and new solutions for parts at risk of obsolescence, Ontic has over 1,500 customers in the commercial, civil and defense aerospace markets. With over 1,300 employees across four time zones and seven sites, we have more than doubled in size since 2019 and are continuing to grow at pace.

Centroid, Inc. is a defense electronics manufacturer with a 60-year history of solving some of the military’s most difficult engineering and sourcing challenges.

Our team is looking for a Sourcing Specialist to join them. You will report to the Centroid Purchasing Supervisor and will have an onsite work structure in Plainview, NY.

To be considered for the Sourcing Specialist opening, here’s what you’ll need to bring with you:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, or other technical discipline
• 2 years’ experience in supply chain and/or a manufacturing environment
• 1 years' experience of reading and interpreting technical drawings

As a Sourcing Specialist, you will:

• Analyze technical data packages for various commodities to determine qualified sources of supply to solicit.
• Lead the effort to operationalize a comprehensive process for sourcing, specification changes, manufacturing process changes, pricing, and contract negotiations.
• Develop and maintain new and existing supplier relationships in support of strategic objectives.
• Visit and assess suppliers.
• Ensure accurate reporting of sourcing key performance measures (savings, preferred supplier adherence, small business / minority owned, etc.) for the site. Provides monthly status updates on completed, in process and scheduled activities with associated financials.
• Ensure engagement and management of sourcing changes with cross functional teams by understanding their business needs and how it can be fulfilled from the marketplace, as well as, providing accountability for their alignment.
• Partner with Engineering, Quality and Operations key stakeholders to resolve material issues and ensure on-time delivery to our customers.
• Ensure bids/proposals are properly vetted/reviewed with technical data packages.
• Review and process solicitations, technical data packages, parts list, Engineering comments and flow downs.
• Lead vendor negotiations and costing BOM to support bid and proposals.
• Drives the decision-making process & action planning for each activity driving efficiencies and cost reduction / savings opportunities.

Our Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Competitive PTO, holiday pay, and sick leave
• Company 401K plan with up to 4% matched contribution
• Annual bonus program (varies by level and discretionary based on company and individual performance) Flexible working arrangements Paid volunteering opportunities
• Access to mental health champions across our sites
• Commitment to development
• Employee referral program

Salary Range:

• $80,000 - $90,000/year, based on experience

This position requires access to U.S. export-controlled information.

EOE/AA Minority/Female/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Disability/Veteran

Ontic Engineering and Manufacturing Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran

Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of the ITAR. The ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), Political Asylee, or Refugee.