Procurement Subcontract Specialist

Purchase sophisticated, high-dollar and complex products requiring close administration to resolve technical problems and overcome long lead time or short supply.

Working Procedure: 

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. 

• Locate sources of supply for purchasing
• Obtain information from individuals

Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to enter data, or process information. 

• Use computers to enter, access or retrieve data

Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.

Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.

Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. 

• Communicate technical information
• Write business correspondence

Perform the duties of a Senior Buyer, in addition to: 

• Participate in vendor surveys and vendor performance analysis
• Perform cost analysis on vendor cost breakdown when required to justify pricing. Determine and recommend cost reduction methods through negotiations with supplier and/or substitution of material. Exhibit high cost reduction skills and output
• Works closely with Contracts and pricing during customer negotiations regarding material price justifications
• Exhibit extensive experience and knowledge with a wide range of commodities and can support lower classified personnel in procurement of these items. Assign commodities for lower classified personnel
• Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned

Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Business, or other related field.

Experience Requirement: A minimum of twelve years’ experience in Purchasing. Knowledgeable and capable of negotiations and elements of supplier proposals. 

Benefits: TCOM offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, EAP, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, paid time off (PTO), and company-paid holidays. Programs and eligibility may vary based on hire date, classification, and schedule.