Procurement Specialist I

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Your Work Matters – And So Do You
At ATS, we reward your contributions with a well-rounded compensation package designed to support you today and help you plan for tomorrow:

• Hiring base pay range: $24 - $30 hourly, plus annual bonus eligibility
• Comprehensive health coverage – medical, dental, vision, and more
• 401(k) with company match and access to personal financial advisors
• Generous time off – PTO, holidays, and paid parental leave
• Tuition assistance and loan repayment for AMT programs
• On-the-job training and leadership development through ATS Academy
• Employee discounts on travel, tech, wellness, and more
• Confidential 24/7 support through our Employee Assistance Program

Join a team that values your growth, your well-being, and your future.

The schedule for this position is:

• (Training – first 3 months) Monday through Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm
• (After completing training) Sunday through Wednesday, 5:30am – 4:00pm

SUMMARY: Under general supervision, the Procurement Specialist I is responsible for the procurement of assigned commodities and services required to support ATS’ business goals. Uses best procurement practices to obtain lowest total cost of ownership for assigned items.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs purchasing duties to plan and procure supplies, materials, equipment and services.
• Prepares RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs for goods and services. Evaluates supplier proposals and recommends contract awards.
• Prepares and executes purchase orders and agreements for goods and services in support of company business goals.
• Executes purchases for critical goods or services using standard format for contracts and purchase orders.

• Procures planned goods, raw materials and chemicals to maintain adequate inventory levels to increase production proficiencies and on time completions.
• Coordinates the fabrication, heat treat, and material process requirements in accordance with FAA and OEM directives.

• Provides order updates to production, internal planning, and overhead department leadership.
• Expedites purchase orders as required to support ATS customers (internal and external).  
• Works directly with customers as a focal point for material status to keep production on track.
• Resolves issues pertaining to purchase orders: receiving, invoicing discrepancies and timely closure of purchase orders.
• Frequently communicates with suppliers to build and maintain positive, long-term supplier relationships to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and delivery targets are met.
• Interfaces with ATS team members at many levels, up to and including middle management.
• Regular and prompt attendance.
• Effective and appropriate conduct with co-workers.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associates degree in related field preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year working experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND DEXTERITY: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be required to sit, stand, and walk; use their hands and arms; and talk or hear; and focus on objects close up. The employee may also be required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Compensation

The full base pay range for this position is $24.00 - $36.00 hourly, not including bonuses or benefits. Your pay will be based on your experience, skills, and education, as well as internal equity to ensure fairness across the team. Candidates closer to the lower end of the range are typically building their expertise, while those at the higher end bring significant experience and specialized knowledge. This position is also eligible for an annual performance bonus.

EEO EMPLOYER STATEMENT: ATS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants, and prohibits discrimination, harassment, and retaliation of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state, or local laws.  ATS is also committed to protecting its applicants for employment and independent contractors from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Provisions in applicable laws providing for bona fide occupational qualifications or business necessity will be adhered to where appropriate.  

As part of our equal employment opportunity policy, ATS will also take affirmative action as called for by applicable laws and Executive Orders to ensure that minority group individuals, females, Armed Forces veterans and qualified disabled persons are introduced into our workforce and considered for promotional opportunities.