Sr. Solutions Consultant

Procurement Specialist

CAI is a global technology services firm with over 8,500 associates worldwide and a yearly revenue of $1 billion+. We have over 40 years of excellence in uniting talent and technology to power the possible for our clients, colleagues, and communities. Our tailor-made solutions create lasting results across the public and commercial sectors, and we are trailblazers in bringing neurodiversity to the enterprise.

Job Summary

We are looking for a procurement specialist. This position will be full-time and remote.

Job Description

This position requires access to information which is subject to stringent controls under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. lawful permanent resident, person granted asylee status in the U.S., or person admitted into the U.S. as a refugee.

What You'll Do

Drive global NPI RFQs to success and source all intended purchased components of the BOM with the best total landed cost to client and time to market. Recommend the best supplier in sourcing committees to the project team using the QCOST supplier selection scorecard methodology. Develop and deliver a resilient supply chain implementing dual sourcing and consignment inventory stocking agreements. Triangulate the scope of each new NPI project to a procurement award opportunity and manage project to completion supporting cross-functional teams to enable NPI completion. Align with NPI leaders and global category leaders to improve total landed cost of existing business spend in NPI RFQs. Execute RFQs (ITAR projects and automotive oriented projects / applications). Prepare supplier negotiations with the NPI leaders and global category leader using market data analysis, negotiable lever identification, target values, storyline, negotiation actions plan and scheduling. Send and review "award letter" to awarded suppliers to ensure best terms are fully agreed by suppliers. Analyze should cost, total cost of ownership analysis, make vs buy decisions for each BOM component intended to be sourced. Work cross-functionally to execute VA / VE and related material productivity initiatives during the development phase of each project before SOP with awarded suppliers. Create info-records and sourcing lists, coordinate suppliers tools PO and samples PO and other administrative activities.

What You'll Need

Required : Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, engineering, business or finance. 10+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, and / or operations functions. Strong negotiation and category strategy experience with track record of driving supplier performance improvement. Project management experience. Cable assembly, PCBA, machining, forming, contract manufacturing, or semiconductor sourcing / industry experience in global, high complexity and mix, manufacturing environments. Motivated individual who aggressively works to improve metrics and has the ability to learn quickly in a self-directed work environment with minimal supervision. Experience working in a global environment and is comfortable presenting to a diverse audience, including senior management. Experience leading cross-functional discussions and negotiations, including in high-pressure or challenging situations. Fluent in English; reading, writing, and speaking English language. Preferred : Master's degree is a plus.

Physical Demands

Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state, and local standards. Sedentary work that involves sitting or remaining stationary most of the time with occasional need to move around the office to attend meetings, etc. Ability to conduct repetitive tasks on a computer, utilizing a mouse, keyboard, and monitor.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824-8111.

$50.00-$55.14 per hour. The pay range for this position is listed above. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including location, experience, and education. Benefit packages for this role will include medical coverage as well as 401k retirement account access. Employees in this role may also be entitled to paid sick leave and / or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.