Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist in Huntsville, Alabama at Aurex

Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist

Huntsville, AL

Who We Are

Aurex is a mission-focused aerospace and defense company building the next frontier of deterrence. From hypersonics and missile defense to hardened networks and orbital systems, we design, test, and deliver the platforms that turn unproven ideas into battlefield-ready capability.

Born in Huntsville and built for speed, Aurex brings together aerospace veterans, combat-tested operators, and forward-leaning technologists to solve problems that matter—fast. We move from whiteboard to warfighter with precision, clarity, and zero tolerance for fluff.

Job Summary
We are seeking a Procurement & Supply Chain Specialist to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the procurement process, including sourcing, negotiating contracts, and working with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of goods. Additionally, this role will involve optimizing supply chain processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Proven experience in procurement and supply chain management.
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build relationships with suppliers.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in using procurement software and tools.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to meet cost, quality, and delivery goals.
• Source new suppliers and maintain relationships with existing vendors.
• Negotiate contracts and terms with suppliers to achieve the best possible deals.
• Collaborate with internal teams to forecast demand and ensure supply meets demand.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance to ensure compliance with contracts.
• Analyze supply chain processes and identify areas for improvement.
• Optimize inventory levels and manage inventory accuracy.
• Stay informed about industry trends and best practices in procurement and supply chain management.

How You Will Be Rewarded

The salary range for this role is $85,000-$100,000 annually. We offer a comprehensive total rewards approach to compensation, providing incentives and benefits that extend far beyond the base salary. Compensation is determined by the candidate’s work experience, education, training, and relevant skills. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support our employees' health, well-being, and professional growth.

Job Location: Huntsville, AL
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Aurex is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It prohibits discrimination, retaliation, or any type of harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, citizenship, immigration status, or any other legally protected status in employment, including in hiring, firing, and recruiting decisions. All applicants must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States for positions at Aurex. There may be limited circumstances in which a law, regulation, executive order, or government contract would require certain citizenship; only in those limited circumstances would Aurex require certain citizenship status to comply with the relevant law, regulation, executive order, or government contract applicable to that position. For all other positions, Aurex does not consider an applicant’s citizenship but only requires that the applicant be authorized to work lawfully in the United States. If a position is one that falls under export control laws and regulations requiring authorization from the U.S. government to access export-controlled items, any hiring is contingent on the applicant passing the export compliance assessment, which is separate from the I-9 process, for that specific position. A background check will be required prior to any hire.

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