Hartzell Propeller Inc. is a world class engineering and manufacturing company offering the broadest range of propeller systems in the aviation industry. We design, develop, test, manufacture, and support constant-speed aluminum and composite propeller systems for all categories of aircraft, ranging from general aviation to military applications.

The company traces its history to 1914, where a relationship between Orville Wright and Robert Hartzell led to the manufacture of the first Hartzell propeller in 1917. The company was founded on the principle of "Built on Honor" – a clear and abiding value in our business.

Key Responsibilities

Hartzell Propeller is seeking a Procurement Specialist to secure commodities, supplies, materials and vendor services used throughout the manufacturing facility.

Key Expected Deliverables

• Establish and maintain partnerships with qualified suppliers.
• Ensure supplier adherence to PO terms/conditions and quality standards.
• Seek and act upon opportunities to reduce costs/eliminate waste and improve quality.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to resolve problems/delays related to the supply chain.
• Represent, advocate, ensure that suppliers’ needs and capabilities are integrated into new designs.
• Manage and understand cross functional organization structure to ensure issues are addressed in a timely manner and are escalated through proper channels.
• Manage and lead continuous improvement projects
• Supplier Development: Continuously improving the ability of the supply chain to deliver quality parts, on time at lowest total cost.
• Negotiate pricing with existing and potential suppliers while considering total value.

First Year Success Factors

• Learn our product lines and supply base
• Develop a commodity strategy

Candidate’s Typical Job Duties

• Place purchase orders for a variety of commodities, materials and supplies
• Resolve invoice issues
• Implement engineering changes
• Coordinate rework and/or return to vendor any non-conforming material
• Execute and manage Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA’s)
• Review/maintain shortage reports; communicate/act upon anticipated delays; coordinate expedited shipments as necessary
• Modify releases to accommodate changes in production requirements
• Ensure complete and accurate information for ordering
• Expedite and defer purchase orders as necessary.
• Achieve financial targets related to inventory turns
• Some domestic travel to supplier locations is required
• Develop long term agreement to stabilize pricing an ensure supply of products

Education/Experience

Bachelor of Science required (Business, Metallurgy, Operations, Engineering)

Certification from ISM is a plus (CPM, CPSM); 5 years’ experience purchasing metallic/cast commodities in a mfg. environment

Required Technical Competencies

• Strong Negotiation Skills
• Solid detail orientation and high organizational skills
• Ability to manage several projects at one time
• Proficient computer skills (MS-Office)
• Experience with Quality Systems (ISO9000, AS9100, FAA Part 21, TS16949, etc.)
• Willingness and ability to travel
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Behavioral Characteristics

• Builds Customer Loyalty – Effectively meets customer needs; builds productive customer relationships; takes responsibility for customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Builds Strategic Working Relationships – Develops and uses collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
• Continuous Learning – Actively identifies new areas for learning; regularly creates and takes advantage of learning opportunities; uses newly gained knowledge and skill on the job and learning through application.
• Decision Making - Identifies and understands issues, problems and opportunities; compares data from different sources to draw conclusions; uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences.
• Initiates Action – Takes prompt action to accomplish objectives; takes action to achieve goals beyond what is required; is proactive.
• Manages Work – Effectively manages one’s time and resources to ensure that work is completed efficiently.

Salary Expectations

• Competitive compensation & benefits package