Summary/Objective:
The Procurement Engineer is responsible for the design and general engineering support for all current AAMP Global products manufactured with global outsourcing suppliers. This position has a thorough understanding of simple and complex modifications for components associated with ongoing and new product lines. The Procurement Engineer prepares, reviews, and negotiates all contracts and purchase orders in relation to new product development at AAMP Global. This position works directly with the AAMP Global projects teams and engineers to develop relationships with AAMP’s global suppliers. This role is responsible for selecting the best suppliers and drive the release of products and components to ensure project timelines are met. This position has a thorough understanding of basic electronic components and concepts.
Key Responsibilities:
• Develop new and existing relationships with AAMP’s suppliers.
• Acts as a technical link between operations and R&D for all AAMP products
• Manage electrical component substitutions as needed.
• Create basic submittal drawing and documentation for quoting purposes.
• Work closely with engineering to create and maintain BOM.
• Actively seek cost-down opportunities
• Drive the best possible costs and quality.
• Work directly with development teams, marketing, and AAMP project leaders to deliver project results.
• Provide meaningful analysis to the business as it relates to component cost and availability.
• Support business continuity by proactively managing component supply with vendor partners.
• Approve and maintain PPV.
• Review cost proposals and pricing information
• Prepare and administer contracts and purchase orders with specific vendors.
• Compare bids from vendors and determine which contracts will be awarded.
• Evaluate vendor proposals to ensure that all requirements are met.
• Confirm that terms and delivery dates are accurate.
• Evaluates competence of vendors.
• Review and audit invoices for accuracy.
• Maintain internal databases, Blue Ridge and NetSuite, with accurate vendor performance and quality of products details.
• Effectively communicate major changes to R&D prior to change
• SAP 12NC gatekeeper
• ECO process owner
• Create and maintain a supplier management program in collaboration with Engineering and Supply Chain team.
Requirements:
• 5+ years of relevant component management experience
• 3+ years of global supply chain experience
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or relevant degree
• Extensive knowledge of contract principles and procedures
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or similar software
• Professional experience with a cross-functional team and working knowledge of materials, interest for industrialization, manufacturing and assembly process.
Preferred but not Required Experience:
• Proficient in NetSuite
• Proficient in Blue Ridge
• Experience in 12volt or MECP certification
• Knowledge of technical electrical codes and standards
Supervisory Responsibility:
No direct supervisory responsibilities.
Environmental/Physical Requirements:
• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time.
• Indoor offices with controlled temperature.
• Occasional exposure to warehouse settings with no temperature control.
• Crouching, kneeling, standing, walking, pushing, and lifting occasionally.
• Operating computer, telephone, voicemail, and other office equipment regularly.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Hours – Full Time: 8am – 5:30pm, Monday – Friday
Position Location: Clearwater, FL
Travel: Ability to travel both domestic and international 25% of the time
ADA/EEO: The employer will make reasonable accommodations in compliance with the American Disabilities Act of 1990. AAMP Global provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
