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About Us
Contemporary Amperex Technology Kentucky LLC (CATK) is a U.S. subsidiary of Contemporary Amperex Technology Co., Limited (CATL), a global leader in the research, development and manufacturing of advanced electric vehicle and energy storage batteries. CATK plays a pivotal role in advancing electric mobility, strengthening energy resilience, fostering innovation, and building strategic partnerships to support market development across the United States.
Our Vision
To become a globally leading innovative technology corporation, contribute meaningfully to sustainable energy solutions, and provide a platform that supports both the professional and personal growth of our employees.
Job Overview:
To better serve the global auto industry electric vehicle trend in the United States, CATL, through its U.S.-based subsidiary, CATK, is seeking multiple dedicated and detail-oriented Incoming Quality Control (IQC) Specialists to join our quality assurance team. This role is critical in ensuring that all incoming materials and components meet our stringent quality standards, thereby supporting smooth production operations and maintaining product excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Chemical IQC
- Be able to independently perform detailed chemical analysis of raw materials.
- Independently operate: GC, Karl Fisher Analysis, ICP, C-S Analyzer, BET, LPS, etc.
- Perform and maintain equipment maintenance.
- Troubleshoot and document equipment issues, implementing appropriate resolutions.
- Assist in Laboratory audits, qualification, and continuous improvement of laboratory management systems.
- Complete data processing reports and non-conformance reports based on inspection requirements.
- Promote and adhere to all safety protocols and regulatory standards.
- Assist and track MSA and equipment calibration.
- Demonstrate the ability to conduct method analysis and reevaluate testing procedures to ensure alignment with product and process requirements.
- Participate in benchmarking activities with headquarters and suppliers to optimize inspection processes and equipment.
- Promote and maintain cross-functional and inner team collaboration.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree or above in Quality Management, Science, Engineering, or a related field; with a preference in Chemical Engineering or Material Engineering.
- 1-3 years working experience in related field.
- Preferred Chemical, automotive, or cell manufacturing background
- Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and communication skills.
- Preferred Knowledge in MSA, ISO17025, and CMM 2-dimensional analysis.
- Proficient in office software, such as Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Regular, predictable on-site attendance is an essential function of this role.
- Ability to move throughout offices, manufacturing facilities, and construction areas, including walking, standing, bending, kneeling, and climbing stairs or ladders.
- Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds, with occasional heavier lifting as required, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to work in varied environments, including offices, industrial, and construction settings.
- Willingness to travel to other job sites as business needs require.
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position, in accordance with applicable law.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.
- Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Paid time off and company holidays.
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
Equal Employment Opportunity
CATK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Employment Disclaimer
This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. CATK reserves the right to modify, revise, or add job responsibilities as business needs evolve. Employment with CATK is at-will, meaning either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.
Export Control & Data Security Compliance
This position may involve access to sensitive systems or information subject to U.S. export control and data security regulations. Employment is contingent upon the employee’s ability to comply with applicable laws and company policies related to data protection and controlled information access.
Composition Brands is an independent residential kitchen and outdoor living company with a portfolio of premium and ultra-luxury brands including Viking, AGA, Rangemaster, La Cornue, Lynx, and U-Line. With operations across North America and Europe, the company is focused on long-term brand stewardship, thoughtful design, and scalable growth. To learn more, visit Summary:
The Group Quality Manager leads the end-to-end global quality strategy across all appliance platforms, manufacturing sites, suppliers, and contract manufacturing partners. This role ensures product safety, regulatory compliance, reliability, and a consistent premium customer experience while reducing warranty costs and protecting brand reputation in high-volume, long-life products.
Serving as the global leader for appliance quality strategy, this position oversees mechanical, electrical, electronic, thermal, and software-related quality throughout the full product lifecycle - from concept development through field performance - across refrigeration, cooking, ventilation, and dishwashing product categories.
This role reports directly to the President and is based in the Atlanta, GA area, with approximately 30–50% travel to domestic and international manufacturing sites, suppliers, and contract manufacturing partners.
Responsibilities:
Quality Strategy & Governance
- Define and deploy a global quality strategy for major appliances aligned with brand, safety, cost, and reliability objectives.
- Establish standardized quality policies, procedures, and KPIs across all regions and platforms.
- Act as executive escalation owner for product safety incidents, regulatory actions, recalls, and field campaigns.
- Lead management reviews and risk assessments at executive level.
Quality Management Systems & Regulatory Compliance
- Own and govern the group QMS aligned appliance-specific requirements.
- Ensure compliance with UL, CSA, IEC, CE, NOM, DOE energy efficiency, EPA refrigerant regulations, and regional safety standards.
- Lead internal, external, customer, and certification audits, as needed.
- Ensure effective CAPA systems and sustained corrective actions.
Product Development & Design Quality
- Partner with R&D to embed design-for-quality, design-for-reliability, and design-for-compliance.
- Govern DFMEA, DVP&R, reliability testing, HALT/HASS, and validation plans.
- Ensure robust design transfer and quality gates from concept through SOP.
- Approve product and engineering changes impacting safety, performance, or compliance.
Manufacturing & Process Quality
- Standardize quality processes across major appliance assembly lines, including:
- Critical-to-safety and critical-to-quality characteristics
- SPC and process capability for key operations
- Functional, safety, and end-of-line testing
- Drive defect prevention through error-proofing, in-line controls, and layered process audits.
- Support new factory launches, line transfers, and capacity expansions.
Supplier & Component Quality
- Define supplier quality standards for critical major appliance components including compressors, sealed systems, gas components, heaters, motors, PCBs, wiring harnesses, insulation, coatings, and structural parts.
- Oversee supplier qualification, audits, and ongoing performance.
- Partner with Sourcing to mitigate supply risk and manage supplier change control.
- Lead resolution of high-risk supplier quality issues.
Customer Quality, Field Performance & Warranty
- Own customer quality metrics including warranty claims, field failures, service call rates, and repeat repairs.
- Partner with Service, Field Operations, and Retail partners to analyze failure trends.
- Lead structured root cause analysis and corrective actions for systemic issues.
- Drive continuous reduction of warranty cost and field campaigns.
Cost of Poor Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Establish and manage Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ) across plants and suppliers.
- Lead cross-functional initiatives to reduce scrap, rework, returns, and warranty expense.
- Deploy Lean Six Sigma and reliability engineering methodologies.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related)
- 12+ years of quality leadership in major appliance or durable consumer goods manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of regulations and certification processes
- Proven success reducing warranty and field failure costs.
- Ability to lead global, cross-functional teams.
- Proven ability to influence, manage teams, and deliver change.
- New product development and release readiness experience.
- Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent preferred.
- Experience leading recalls, field campaigns, or regulatory investigations preferred.
- Experience in global manufacturing and sourcing environments preferred.
- Experience in lean transformation and development of engaged workforce culture preferred.
- Reliability testing experience preferred.
- Experience in sheet metal fabrication, paint, welding, final assembly preferred.
Composition Brands is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EOE/M/F/Vets/Disabled) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants.
Responsibilities:
- Test and troubleshoot automation equipment and electronic control systems
- Debug machine controls and adjust machine parameters as needed
- Run software and system tests to verify functionality and performance
- Analyze test data and help identify system or programming issues
- Work with engineering teams to resolve hardware and software problems
- Assist with PLC ladder logic debugging and basic CNC programming
- Support machine tryouts, final testing, and equipment runoffs
- Help with equipment startup and installations at customer sites when needed
Qualifications:
- Experience troubleshooting industrial automation or machine controls
- Familiarity with PLC ladder logic and automation systems
- Exposure to CNC machines, metal cutting machines, or assembly equipment
- Ability to read technical documentation and work with engineering teams
- Comfortable traveling occasionally for machine installations or startups
Nice to Have:
- Experience supporting machine builds, tryouts, or commissioning
- Background in controls engineering, automation, or electrical troubleshooting
Real Estate / Property Accountant - Apartments- Bingham Farms, MI
Harper Associates is retained for this search.
Our client, a privately held real estate organization, is expanding. They have an extensive multi-state portfolio in Multi-Family Housing and Commercial Properties.
Bachelor Degree in Accounting is Required with 2-4 years of experience in real estate asset or portfolio management, or real estate accounting or finance. Based in-office at Corporate Headquarters.
Primary Functions:
- Prepare balance sheet account reconciliations (i.e. cash, assets and liabilities) and analytically review operational information (i.e. expense classification and budgetary adherence).
- Post journal entries to assure financials are properly stated on a monthly basis.
- Provide timely and accurate financial information to property managers and ownership on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.
- Provide input with preparation of annual and monthly budgetary information for related entities.
- Prepare annual financial information with tax/audit preparers to assure timely filing of all audit and tax returns.
- Review classification of all expenses and revenues for each property.
- Review cash balance on a regular basis to assure timely payment of all liabilities.
- Assure timely payment of mortgages and other liabilities.
- Assist with preparation of financial information related to financing/refinancing, lender reporting, and lender compliance.
- Prepare replacement reserve draws.
- Enter fixed assets on a quarterly basis.
- Review job cost invoices/postings for accuracy to budget.
- Assist with special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor Degree (minimum) in accounting.
- Approximately 2-4 years of experience in real estate asset or portfolio management, or real estate accounting, finance or investing or relevant accounting experience.
- Proven track record of high performance in prior work experience
- Proficiency in MS Excel, Word, and presentation software
- Experience with industry specific software (Yardi preferred)
Please email resume to
Ben Schwartz, President | Harper Associates
Direct: (248) 737-0431 | Fax (888) 737-8525
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Job Title: Paralegal
Location : Detroit, MI, 48265
Pay Rate : 32.00/Hr. on W2
Contract Duration :12+ months
Job Summary:
We are seeking a detail-oriented Paralegal to support attorneys by conducting legal research, preparing legal documents, and assisting with case management activities. The ideal candidate will help gather information, review legal materials, and organize case files to ensure efficient legal operations. This role involves working closely with attorneys to support legal proceedings, prepare documentation, and maintain accurate records.
Key Responsibilities:
- Prepare and draft legal correspondence and documents such as summonses, complaints, motions, responses, and subpoenas under attorney supervision.
- Conduct legal research and review legal journals, case law, and precedents to support legal actions.
- Assist attorneys in gathering and organizing information including employment records, medical records, and other case-related documentation.
- Attend legal meetings such as client interviews, hearings, and depositions, and document key discussion points.
- Maintain and organize legal files, case documentation, and law libraries to ensure easy access and compliance.
- Assist attorneys and legal teams with preparing documents for court submissions.
- Prepare and process various legal documents including appeals, motions, complaints, subpoenas, and pretrial agreements.
- Ensure legal documentation is accurate, complete, and properly filed.
Required Skills:
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage time effectively and work independently when required.
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Basic knowledge of legal terminology, court procedures, government regulations, and legal research methods.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Education and Experience:
- Associate’s degree in Paralegal Studies or equivalent legal training required.
- 0–2 years of experience in a paralegal or legal support role preferred.
JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way .
Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward.
Mobile Engineer:
What this job involves –
Operates, inspects, and maintains all HVAC, refrigeration, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and production equipment and systems in assigned facilities to obtain most efficient operating results and life expectancy. Assures that equipment is being maintained in an energy efficient, safe manner and down time is reduced to a minimum by anticipation of necessary repairs keeping records of past operating experiences. Performs inspections and repairs to assigned property interior and exterior areas, including walls and flooring, installed fixtures, roofing systems, lighting, etc. Strong focus on operating, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing facility equipment on all HVAC/R systems. Individuals are expected to demonstrate technical expertise in HVAC and refrigeration and be multi skilled in electrical, HVAC, Piping/Plumbing, Material Handling Equipment and others in order to successfully complete daily/weekly work assignments.
What is your day to day?
- Performance of ongoing preventive and repair response work orders on facility mechanical, electrical and other installed systems, equipment, and other components.
- Maintain, operate, and repair all HVAC/R systems and associated equipment, electrical distribution equipment, plumbing systems, building interior/exterior repair, and related grounds, and production equipment as it pertains to assigned buildings.
- Study and become familiar with the various items of equipment, and the methods required to use them properly, that are required in everyday activities.
- Perform assigned facility inspections and due diligence efforts, reporting on as found conditions impacting satisfactory client occupancy and operations.
- Submit P-card Receipts Daily
- Update work order status in real time
- Utilize CMMS systems such as Corrigo for all work performed.
- Candidate must possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license
- Must be available for Call-in work and perform other duties as required
Required Qualifications:
- Universal CFC recovery certification (or within 90 days of employment)
- Minimum of four (4) years of technical experience in all aspects of building engineering with a strong background in the technical aspects of HVAC/R, plumbing, electrical, production equipment repair and maintenance. Knowledge of overall system design and applications.
- Experience troubleshooting and maintaining commercial refrigeration and/or supermarket refrigeration.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience utilizing CMMS (Work Order) systems
- Working knowledge of computer applications including Word and Excel
- Two years of trades school or documented apprenticeship in electrical systems, refrigeration and HVAC
Location : Onsite supporting Traverse City, MI market.
Work Shift : Day shift
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This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
Location:
On-site –Traverse City, MIIf this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don’t meet all the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:
401(k) plan with matching company contributions
Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care
Paid parental leave at 100% of salary
Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay
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Kelly is hiring for a Technical Associate - Research & Development for a 12-month contract role at Midland, MI 48640 with our prestigious client.
Job Title: Technical Associate - Research & Development
Primary Location: Midland, MI 48640
12-month contract - Onsite role
Shift: 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Pay rate: $25-31/hr.
Responsibilities:
• Operate and even develop benchtop test equipment for characterizing a variety of material properties and conducting reliability testing.
• Learn quickly to become proficient in a wide range of tests and processes.
• Accountable for own contributions in a timely manner
• Solve simple problems using scientific reasoning.
• Use hand-held power tools for sample preparation and/or projects involving hardware modification or fabrication.
• Collect and compile data from tests.
• Collaborate with multifunctional team members.
• Maintain the lab including labeling samples and proper waste disposal.
• Will be responsible for maintaining, verifying, and calibrating some lab equipment.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Science degree (preferred) in relevant engineering or scientific disciplines.
• Skilled in data acquisition and data management.
• Proficient in trouble-shooting characterization and application equipment.
• Strong interest in recognizing potential for testing improvements (whether technique-, hardware-, or software-related)
• Background in thermal composites and silicones test methodologies is beneficial.
• Must have strong time management and organization skills.
• Motivated to learn and apply new skills.
• Fluency in English language
If you feel this role interests you, feel free to apply or refer someone who would be a good fit.
Electrical Project Executive | Data Center Construction
Ann Arbor, MI | Traveling
Seeking an experienced Electrical Data Center Executive to lead the development of a Hyperscale Data Center build in Ann Arbor, MI. This individual will be responsible for leading the business unit with full profit and loss accountability, while ensuring excellence in safety, quality, and client satisfaction.
This role will lead the Hyperscale Data Center Development Project, overseeing the leadership team and driving the strategic success of projects through full completion. Responsibilities include building strong partnerships and collaborating closely with clients, subcontractors, and general contractors throughout the project lifecycle.
This is a stepping-stone opportunity that offers significant career growth as the company continues to expand its Mission Critical Division Nationally with a leading ENR Electrical Contractor.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage large-scale Hyperscale Data Center construction projects
- Ensure safe work practices, quality standards, and strong financial performance
- Drive client development and long-term business growth
- Mentor, develop, and lead project teams
- Oversee contracts, estimating, risk management, and project execution
- Directly supervise large teams through full strategic execution to ensure client satisfaction
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Construction Engineering & Management (or equivalent experience)
- 12+ years of experience in electrical construction with a proven track record of success
- 8+ years of experience in Data Center construction, including 5+ years at a senior level
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, project management, and estimating software
- PMP, OSHA 30, and state electrical license preferred
- Willingness to travel full-time as required
This is an Executive-level role for a professional passionate about growing a Data Center division, with a strong background in electrical construction and a commitment to exceptional standards in safety, client relationships, and the delivery of profitable, high-quality projects.
Candidates must be located in an area with access to a major airport for travel.
646-396-5018
Job Summary
Under the direction of the Director of Sales - Automotive/Transportation, the Automotive Key Account Manager will focus on managing assigned tier accounts to enable sales growth. This will be achieved while maintaining HellermannTyton's Quality and EHS certifications by supporting all corporate policies, procedures, work instructions, and required documentation."
Essential Functions:
- Establish strategies and actions with assigned tier accounts that will lead to growth in North America.
- Communicate consistently with global key account managers on assigned accounts to leverage global opportunities into sales for North America, as well as provide the global team with insights from North American activities to maximize global sales growth.
- Work very closely with the North American sales team to ensure assigned tier account activities, including specification, design, and pricing, at each OEM are managed most efficiently.
- Strengthen relationships with key tier account corporate design and purchasing personnel to communicate activities and opportunities from each OEM account into a comprehensive picture.
- Effectively present HellermannTyton's global strengths and capabilities to key account drivers to strengthen brand perception and increase vision for opportunities.
- Work with HellermannTyton North American sales team on OEM calls to further sales on key platforms and initiatives.
- Establish relationships within assigned tier accounts to generate new opportunities for HellermannTyton.
- Generate automotive production forecasts from IHS Automotive and analyze data as it pertains to HellermannTyton's customers or business potential.
- Proactively create recommendations for improvements to grow HellermannTyton's automotive business.
Other Functions
- Attend industry events as required.
- Provide effective project management tracking for stated goals.
Success in this role will require
- Strong skills in strategic planning and execution.
- Polished and effective salesmanship
- Ability to develop sales opportunities through a variety of channels
- Ability to close opportunities either directly or in conjunction with HellermannTyton North American sales team.
- Superior skills in tracking and execution of key opportunities
- Outgoing personality with the ability to connect with customer contacts who can directly or indirectly influence increased sales of HellermannTyton's solutions.
- Natural ability to create and support a team atmosphere.
- Technical ability to work with design engineers - read and interpret product drawings, make suggestions for improvements, and understand the CAD/technical environments in which they work.
- Ability to understand ROI principles and work toward creating more profitable sales
- Effective time management of key projects.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally with all departments of an organization.
- Knowledge of IATF16949 quality systems and ISO14001 environmental systems.
What You'll Bring
- Bachelor's degree required. Business or engineering degree preferred.
- Minimum three years of experience working for a manufacturer in the automotive market.
- Proven history of growing sales through effective key account management
- Must have the ability to build and execute strategies, as well as develop and close sales opportunities
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Understanding of basic financial principles surrounding ROI and quoting.
- Must have high energy and the ability to build and support a team atmosphere.
- Must have proven project management and organizational skills.
- Proven ability to multitask
- Excellent communication skills - both verbal and written
- Advanced Microsoft Office skills, especially Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Must be willing to travel globally.
- Must have a valid driver's license, with an acceptable driving record, along with adequate insurance.
By applying for a position with HellermannTyton, you understand that should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check through the use of our 3rd party supplier. Background checks may include some or all of the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, driving history, and drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process of which checks are required by the position.
HellermannTyton Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Horstman seeks a Purchasing professional capable of enhancing and supervising the procurement team. The successful candidate will oversee the procurement and supplier management activities assuring timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, components, and services while leveraging the global footprint of purchasing. This Supervisor ensures compliance with established group procurement policies, systems and procedures. This position demands a strategic thinker with strong understanding of supply chain and procurement processes, manufacturing demands, and the ability to achieve cost and timing objectives within the buys. This position is key to scheduling, material planning, supplier communication and negotiation, and integrating with other company functions.
Key Responsibilities
Establish Standardized Program Management System & Procurement Execution and Coordination
* Procurement Management and Supervision: Source, negotiate, and procure materials, components and services in accordance with project requirements, ensuring compliance to specification and defense regulations. Manage procurement and global transportation.
* Supplier Relationship Management: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, fostering partnerships that ensure the reliability, quality and competitiveness of our supply base.
* Contract Negotiation: Negotiate terms, conditions and pricing with suppliers to secure best possible agreement while mitigating risks and ensuring adherence to budget.
* Supply Chain Optimization: Continuously evaluate and improve the supply chain processes, identifying opportunities for cost savings, efficiency improvements and risk mitigation strategies.
* Market Analysis: Conduct market research to stay informed about industry trends, pricing and availability of materials and components.
* Compliance: Ensure all procurement activities comply with industry regulations, Governmental procurement and security requirements, local and global company policies while maintaining accurate records and documentation.
* Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Engineering, Project Management, Cost Estimation, Quality Assurance, Group Purchasing, Global Commodity Management and other teams to align procurement strategies with project goals and timelines.
* Risk Management: Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop strategies to mitigate them, ensuring continuity and reliable supply
* Systemization: Assure data integrity of supply chain data within the MRP system and support continued enhancement of the system to support efficiency gains.
* Team Supervision: Supervise the daily operations of the sourcing team. Provide mentoring and skill development to the Purchasing team of 1-4 people. Collaborate with the office of Programs, Operations to assure manufacturing paperwork is available as required, and quality to support smooth flow of material, on schedule and within budget. Understand principals of estimating and be able to supervise individuals in estimating.
Skills:
* Strong negotiation and contract management skills
* Excellent analytical, problem solving and decision-making abilities
* Experience in procurement software, tools, MRP systems
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Ability to work within a multi-national defense company with a multicultural, global customer base.
* Understands mechanical drawing nomenclature and has familiarity with engineering terminology
* Understanding of raw materials and manufacturing processes
* Understanding of cross border supply chain and logistics
* Ability to carry out supplier audits
* Detail oriented and organized with the ability to set directions for the team
* Positive attitude with a commitment to continuous improvement
* Ability to drive results and self-motivated
* Understanding of the requirements of US Defense import/export restrictions (ITAR)
Required Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field
* 4+ years of purchasing experience in the manufacturing aerospace/defense business
* In depth understanding of DoD program requirements, contracting, and government customer expectations.
* Experience with international suppliers and negotiating contracts.
* Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and understanding of production scheduling and estimating fundamentals.
* Knowledge of ITAR/EAR/export controls.
* Strong leadership, communication and organizational skills.
* MS Office application proficiency.
* Experience managing cross-functional technical teams.
* Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. security clearance.
* Comfortable with communication to all organizational levels.
* Direct experience negotiating with suppliers.
Preferred Qualification
* Certifications such as MCIPS, CPSM, CPM, or CPIM or equivalent professional qualification combined with demonstratable experience in procurement-related positions
* Experience in a small-business environment where cross-functional coordination is critical.
* Holds a valid driver's license
* Manufacturing and inventory management
* Ability to travel internationally
* In depth understanding of VISUAL ERP
* Familiarity with manufacturing operations, configuration management, and quality systems (AS9100, ISO, etc.).
