Purchasing Specialist POST NUMBER: 459102
Location: Boca Raton, FL
Compensation: $60,000-$70,000/annually
Job Description
Collaborate with the functional departments and key participants within the company to facilitate the control of on-time deliverables for new product introductions, product updates, and custom products. The company is a well-established OEM that designs and manufactures technology products consisting of electronics, firmware, and software for industrial, aerospace, and scientific applications. This is an individual contributor role and the successful candidate will be the primary project management resource for the company. The ideal candidate has experience working in a strong project management team and is ready to bring their experience and leadership to a new team.
Your key responsibilities will be
- Coordinate and track the completion of deliverables – hardware, firmware, software, accessories, documentation – for the release of new products and product enhancements that are marketed and sold globally to high-profile customers.
- Develop, maintain GANTT Charts, spreadsheets, records, file archives to facilitate, expedite such releases.
- Communicate product development priorities and schedules among key departments, participants.
- Participate and assist as needed in supporting the company’s ISO Registered Management Systems.
- Provide logistical and administrative support in project activities for Business Development, Marketing.
- Other related business tasks as required by the management staff.
- Project management of Aerospace and Defense projects and programs
Mandatory Requirements
- Adept in the use of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel spreadsheets and graphs.
- Knowledgeable with the use of Project Management tools such as resource planning, GANTT Charts, milestone tracking, task scheduling, dashboards, etc.
- Advanced knowledge of technology devices and network functions: app installations, downloads, FTP, network file structures, etc.
- Understanding of the structure of technology devices: PCBs, memory devices, interface protocols, firmware, etc.
- Familiar with Business Management methods such as ISO, LEAN Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, etc.
- Must have Aerospace and Defense experience, including MIL-SPEC 810G and DO-160G projects
- Ability to understand and write technical instructions and generate product structures.
- Well organized, detail oriented, professional demeanor.
- Self-motivated, team-player with a sense of priority and urgency.
- Residency. USA Citizen or permanent resident status in the USA is required.
Preferred Industry Experience
At least three years’ experience working in related positions in technology-based business environments.
Educational Background
Technology related Degree such as Engineering, Computer Science, Project Management, etc.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan.
Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.
EEO Notice
Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.
Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .
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Pay Transparency Notice
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:
- the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
- licensure and certification requirements;
- office location and other geographic considerations;
- other business and organizational needs.
With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.