Procurement Specialist (Procurement Analyst) II at Cleveland Wheel and Brake Systems – Avon, Ohio

Role Summary

Executes procurement strategies, evaluates product offerings, recommends and manages suppliers, and negotiates contracts for assigned categories.

Key Responsibilities

· Executes daily tactical purchasing activities.

· Develops and manages supplier relationships.

· Gathers business requirements, conducts RFP/RFQ processes, and evaluates supplier proposals.

· Negotiates contracts / supplier agreements

· Tracks and reports supplier performance metrics.

· Ensures compliance with procurement regulations and policies.

Qualifications & Scope

· Works under general supervision; may mentor junior staff.

· Solid working knowledge of procurement and supply chain practices.

· Bachelor’s degree required; Supply Chain, Procurement, Manufacturing Management, or Business preferred

· 2+ years of relevant experience required; Aerospace or other regulated manufacturing industry experience preferred.

· Complex manufacturing/machining/outside processing experience preferred.

· Experience in evaluating new suppliers by assessing capacity, capabilities, and ability to meet delivery and cost requirements preferred.

· IFS (ERP system) experience preferred.

· Scope: Project / Workstream.

Competencies

· Applies company values in problem-solving and collaboration.

· Proficient in supply chain systems and moderately complex processes.

· Demonstrates independent judgment and reliability in deliverables.

· Begins mentoring peers and contributing to team growth.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

Many positions at CWBS require access to information or technology that is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). For ITAR and EAR purposes, U.S. persons include U.S. citizens, nationals and lawful permanent residents, as well as asylees and refugees. The ITAR and/or EAR may limit access rights for non-US Persons or other unauthorized individuals. CWBS reserves the right to require candidates and employees to provide proof of citizenship, nationality and/or immigration status to determine ITAR and EAR compliance requirements.