Senior Sourcing Specialist (R4734)
Core
Manage indirect procurement categories including facilities, production tooling, IT hardware/software, and engineering equipment to support Shield AI's defense-tech operations.
Role type
Senior Sourcing Specialist (Indirect Procurement)
Builds
Procured goods and services for internal operations (facilities, tooling, IT, engineering equipment)
Domain
Defense technology / Aerospace
Deliverable
Production features (procured goods and services)
Required skills
Indirect procurement management, Purchase order execution, Supplier negotiation, ERP system proficiency, Cross-functional stakeholder partnership, Invoice reconciliation, Process improvement, Supplier qualification
Preferred skills
Aerospace/defense industry experience, FAR/DFARS compliance knowledge, Capital equipment sourcing, Construction contractor management, Procurement framework development
Technologies
Deltek Costpoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint
Responsibilities
Execute and manage purchase orders for indirect spend categories; Partner with stakeholders to source goods and services meeting cost/schedule/quality expectations; Negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times with suppliers; Maintain accurate records in the ERP system; Support supplier qualification and onboarding; Collaborate to forecast needs and identify process improvements; Reconcile invoices and resolve discrepancies; Support implementation of standard procurement processes.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
