PDS Tech Commercial, Inc. is seeking candidates for a Procurement Specialist in Kansas City, Missouri.

Job Title: Procurement Specialist
Job Type: Full time; contract
Location: Kansas City, MO 64153
Schedule: Sunday-Wednesday 6:00am - 4:30pm (10 hour shifts) - training will be Monday-Friday from 7:00 AM-3:30PM for the first couple months
Pay Rate: $23.00-$25.00 per hour

Job Description
Under general supervision, the Procurement Specialist I is responsible for the procurement of assigned commodities and services required to support ATS' business goals. Uses best procurement practices to obtain lowest total cost of ownership for assigned items.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Performs purchasing duties to plan and procure supplies, materials, equipment and services.
* Prepares RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs for goods and services. Evaluates supplier proposals and recommends contract awards.
* Prepares and executes purchase orders and agreements for goods and services in support of company business goals.
* Executes purchases for critical goods or services using standard format for contracts and purchase orders.
* Procures planned goods, raw materials and chemicals to maintain adequate inventory levels to increase production proficiencies and on time completions.
* Coordinates the fabrication, heat treat, and material process requirements in accordance with FAA and OEM directives.
* Provides order updates to production, internal planning, and overhead department leadership.
* Expedites purchase orders as required to support ATS customers (internal and external).
* Works directly with customers as a focal point for material status to keep production on track.
* Resolves issues pertaining to purchase orders: receiving, invoicing discrepancies and timely closure of purchase orders.
* Frequently communicates with suppliers to build and maintain positive, long-term supplier relationships to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and delivery targets are met.
* Interfaces with ATS team members at many levels, up to and including middle management.
* Regular and prompt attendance.
* Effective and appropriate conduct with co-workers.

OTHER DUTIES:
* Performs other duties as assigned.
* Some travel may be required.
* May be required to work extended hours to meet deadlines.

Duties listed below are integrated into all job functions:
* Acts maturely and responsibly, conducting themselves in a professional, courteous and respectful manner toward co-workers, contractors, customers and vendors.
* Responds openly and appropriately to feedback regarding performance from leadership.
* Completes routine tasks independently.
* Performs all duties in a manner which promotes and supports the ATS core values.
* Integrates practices and tools to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and increase customer satisfaction.
* Completes all required learning assignments in Learning Management System (LMS).
* Attends training to meet requirements of the job position and as needed or mandated by ATS, state and/or federal regulations.
* Has regular and predictable attendance.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
* Excellent interpersonal skills and reasoning ability.
* Familiarity with planning systems and purchase order generation.
* Excellent skills in multi-tasking, organization and prioritization of multiple projects.
* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
* Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel).
* Ability to accurately understand and use all arithmetic calculations used within a business financial scope.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
* Associates degree in related field preferred.
* Minimum of one (1) year working experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Pay Details: $23.00 to $25.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records subject to federal contractor requirements and/or security clearance requirements.