• Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization.
• Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives.
• Monitors performance of suppliers.
• Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions.
• Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics.
• Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers’ operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules.
• Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records.
• Prepares Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages.
• Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards.
• Other projects and initiatives as assigned.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a related field with a minimum of three (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience
• OR Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA) with a minimum of one (1) year of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience
• OR Associate Degree with a minimum of five (5) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience.

• Experience outlined above based on formal degree
• Must have experience with preparing RFQs/RFPs, review and negotiate terms and conditions, make best value source selection decisions to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet schedule requirements.
• Experience must include bid solicitation and supplier selection based upon best value analysis with a federal contractor.

• Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers are required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly.
• Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position)
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position).
• Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required.
• Some travel will be required.

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and other ancillary plans.

• Paid Time Off (PTO), Holidays, Bereavement, and Jury Duty

• $55,000 - 85,000

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.