Senior Procurement Analyst full_time

Position Overview (Summary/Objective):

Our team is seeking a Senior Procurement Analyst who will be responsible for evaluating, analyzing and negotiating potential supplier contracts for mechanical, electrical and optical products.  Will act as the liaison between the supplier and the organization to procure favorable contracts as well as maintain supplier relationships.  The successful candidate will have a passion for growing and evolving within a high-volume, dynamic environment. 

Responsibilities:

In this position, you will be responsible for:

• Managing external suppliers to achieve procurement targets on price, delivery and quality.
• Proven expertise and understanding of FAR and DFAR to include CID, Micro purchases, Simplified Acquisition, and acquisition thresholds.
• Generate and execute CPSR-compliant purchase orders and supporting files. Maintain current accurate records and files of all vendor agreements and related procurement records.
• Be the point of contact (POC) between ARKA and the supplier; communicate supplier performance including supplier visits as required.
• Lead negotiations and apply knowledge of commercial contract law and guidelines, practices, and requirements to assess, plan and negotiate best terms and conditions and to minimize risk.
• Identify what supplier capabilities are required to meet drawing specifications in order to assign RFQs and award POs to appropriate suppliers.
• Partner with supply chain team as well as cross-functional groups; including Production Planning, Engineering, Quality Assurance, Scheduling and the Program Office to ensure business goals are met.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree preferred with 5+ years direct purchasing experience including evaluating, analyzing and negotiating supplier contracts, procuring material and services in support of operational and production requirements.
• Experience in a high technology, highly regulated aerospace or Government contracting/subcontracting environment preferred.
• Knowledge of FAR and DFAR regulations along with CPSR requirements preferred.
• Self-disciplined with a proven track record of driving project deadlines/milestones within a dynamic environment while maintaining the highest standard of compliance and quality.
• Proven experience in ensuring engineering drawing specifications and delivery schedules are successfully met in accordance to supplier agreements.
• Assign RFQs and award POs to appropriate suppliers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to present and correlate data into meaningful actions.
• SAP or similar ERP system experience preferred.
• Well versed in Microsoft Office products, with the ability to learn new technologies.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities to lead and resolve daily issues.
• Ability to speak up as appropriate while identifying and escalating issues as required.
• Ability to proactively anticipate business requirements and provide strategic recommendations.
• Strong prioritization and organization skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently while maintaining a high degree of flexibility and being receptive to feedback.
• CPM certification a plus.
• Ability to travel up to 10% to supplier sites.

Location:

The position is located onsite at our facility in Danbury, CT. Located in beautiful Fairfield County, Danbury offers a diverse economy, wonderful parks, cultural attractions, an impressive mix of private and public educational institutions and a vibrant arts scene. Our facility is nestled among a remarkable selection of communities to call home all with varying price points to fit many different budgets. We’re close to New York City, Boston, and other major cities – great for day trips and weekend getaways. Our lovely seasons along with award-winning institutions, colleges, cultural events, and a genuine sense of community brings a diverse population to the beautiful state of Connecticut!

What We Offer:

• Comprehensive medical/vision/dental insurance packages
• Company contributions to qualified HSA accounts
• 401k retirement plan with industry leading company contributions
• 3 weeks of vacation accrual per year plus time off for sick leave and unscheduled life events
• 13 paid holidays
• Continuing education benefit up to $25k/year for approved programs
• Annual bonus program based on company and employee performance
• Company paid life insurance, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term disability insurance
• 4 weeks paid Parental Leave
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

EHS/Environmental Requirements:

This job operates in a professional office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee routinely is required to use hands to keyboard, communicate, listen to, and interpret instructions and remain stationary for extended periods of the time. This would require the ability to move around the campus and occasionally move/lift items weighing up to 25 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Applicants are invited to apply for a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential duties of the job. To apply, send a request to staffing@arka.org or contact 203-797-5000 and press 2 for Human Resources.

ITC & Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance. The form contained in this link will provide insight into the information the government requests as part of the clearance process. https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/sf86.pdf.

Due to contract requirements, US citizenship is required. Additionally, if you are a dual citizen (a citizen of the US and another country), the Company must obtain approval for you to have access to the information required for this position. You will not be able to begin employment until such approval is obtained and this may take several months.

No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

Employment with any of the ARKA Group companies in the US is contingent upon satisfactory completion of several pre-employment requirements to include a credit check, background check and drug screen.

ARKA Group L.P. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age, or any other federally protected class.