NDI is looking to add an a procurement specialist to our Thorofare, NJ team to support in locating key suppliers- such as machine shops and fabrication shops- negotiating the company’s purchasing agreements and making sure materials and products meet the company’s specification and timelines. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in procurement in the DOD sector and be a strong communicator who is organized and timely. Role and Responsibilities + Ability to read and interpret technical specifications and engineering drawings. Possess strong project management skills, with the ability to define milestones and adhere to deadlines. + Self-manage workload, collaborate with vendors, and project leads to support customer project requirements. +  Evaluate supplier performance and identify contract changes, root causes of issues, and transition plans in collaboration with the Program Managers. + Foster supplier competition, manage procurement risks, and pursue cost-saving opportunities + Develop and maintain relationships with qualified and reputable suppliers and expand the supplier base through market research. + Receive, analyze, and process material and service requests. + Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions + Monitor and manage order fulfillment to meet production schedules and inventory requirements. + Track and complete procurement transactions, including status reporting, documentation accuracy, and resolution of non-conformances. + Assist with documentation, reporting, and coordination of corrective and preventive actions. +  Perform other duties and responsibilities assigned in support of operations and procurement objectives. + Responsible for collecting and verifying welder documentation in accordance with contract requirements Requirements + Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to determine the product needs and to create constructive relationships with vendors. + Project management: will be managing multiple projects at one time. The ability to plan, delegate and evaluate progress toward goals is necessary for managing these projects. + Negotiation: will be in charge of negotiating vendor contracts, must understand price points and be able to negotiate effectively. + Problem solving: must have strong problem-solving skills. For example, they may need to solve the problem of a product or service that does not meet the quality standards of the company. + Must be a US Citizen and be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security Clearance. + This position is not remote and work in Thorofare, NJ office is required + Travel as needed – 1-2 days of travel 2x a month – Travel expenses are reimbursed + 3-5 of years of procurement experience required – experience with DoD preferred but not required + Proficiency in CAD required, Inventor preferred + Must be able to lift 40lbs and be able to inspect parts + Familiarity with DoD Contracts a plus + Welding background preferred but not required Powered by JazzHR