Do you consider yourself a “go-to person” to solve issues and keep things running smoothly? Are you looking to play an integral role in the operations of a well-established supplier to the aerospace and aviation industry? Look no further than Dayton-Granger, Inc.!

Position: Vendor Relationship Specialist

As the Vendor Relationship Specialist, you will perform a full range of administrative, procurement and office support functions while ensuring the optimal balance between cost and value for goods and services for our facility. You will be responsible for managing the procurement process from sourcing potential suppliers to negotiating contracts and overseeing the timely delivery of goods and services.

With your expertise in strategic sourcing and procurement, you will play a critical role in supporting our organization's operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

Responsibilities

• Create contracts and purchase orders (POs) with order details and specifications entered into the ERP software (Oracle/INFOR).
• Compare and evaluate offers from suppliers to secure the best terms and prices and ensure that high quality products and services are provided.
• Assesses supplier's products to ensure they that they comply with required specifications.
• Negotiate the best terms, best pricing with suppliers and monitor supplier performance to ensure conformity with agreed upon terms.
• Understand changes to business capital forecasts, project objectives, and translate the impact to procurement activities
• Initiate the process for obtaining Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) with suppliers as needed.
• Manage the process of contract terminations, expirations, extensions and renewals.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and supplier consolidation.
• Ensure purchases or services meet and/or exceed contractual obligations and industry standards.
• Work proficiently with the ERP software (Oracle/INFOR) and other computer applications for effective record retention.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and cross-functional teams.
• Initiate wire/check requests and review invoices for payment accuracy.
• Handle credit applications, annual maintenance contracts, and documentation for applicable compliance requirements
• Review annual maintenance contracts for the facility's machinery and equipment.

Qualifications Needed

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting or Supply Chain.
• A minimum five (5) years' experience required in strategic sourcing/procurement with capital expenditures
• Ability to analyze bills of material and drawings to understand key requirements.
• Exceptional negotiating skills and experience with reviewing, understanding and negotiating contract terms and conditions.
• Sound practical knowledge of supply chain operations and concepts as well as a familiarity with International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and working knowledge of an Enterprise Resource Planning System, preferably Oracle or INFOR.
• Excellent interpersonal skills in forming and maintaining working relations with vendors and cross functional teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in data management and record-keeping.

Why You'll Love Working With Us…
We are a multi-generational team with members representing a diversity of cultures, educational backgrounds, experience levels and ideas all "making it happen" from one location in beautiful, coastal South Florida. We are a long-standing supplier providing cutting edge products in support of long term aerospace programs, while at the same time developing new products to meet the needs of new customers, programs and up and coming markets. Additionally, DG loves its employees! The average employee tenure is around 10 years. Length of service milestones are celebrated company-wide and employees may make selections of anniversary gifts.

Our Benefits…

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Coverage
• Complimentary Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Coverage
• Long and Short Term Disability Coverage
• Mental Health Benefits
• Relocation assistance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) with Matching Contributions
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Length of Service/Milestone Anniversary Gifts
• Team Building Activities
• Annual Increase Opportunities
• On-Site Gym

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

This position requires use of or access to information subject to the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR") or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (“ITAR"). Accordingly, all applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of these regulations. Under ITAR, a U.S. person is defined as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident, or a person who is a protected individual under the Immigration and Naturalization Act (8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)).