Procurement Analyst

Location: Winston-Salem, NC (Onsite)

Duration: 6 Months Contract ($40/hr on W2)Direct Client Need

Shift Schedule: M-F 8AM-5PM (flexible though)

Role Overview: As a Senior Procurement Analyst, you will drive rapid-response material sourcing and acquisition for direct/indirect materials within our Engineering Development Lab (EDL).Operating in a high-intensity, agile environment, you will secure critical materials for prototype seat builds, manage contracts (LTAs), and execute purchase orders under tight turnaround times.

Job Responsibilities: Rapid-Response Sourcing: Execute end-to-end procurement and purchase order creation for engineering and design changes with extreme urgency. Supplier & Contract Management: Conduct competitive supplier bidding, evaluate risk assessments, and assist with Long-Term Agreements (LTAs).Performance Metrics: Meet monthly vendor On-Time Delivery (OTD) targets and maintain the EDL SOW Share Point Dashboard. Systems & Compliance: Manage workflow requirements within SAP Ariba and proactively communicate supply risks or opportunities in operational meetings. Continuous Improvement: Support leadership by driving process optimization, Kaizen events, and continuous improvement projects.

Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree + 3 years of purchasing experience (or 7 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree).

Technical Skills: High proficiency inSAP Ariba and Share Pointdashboard management.

Soft Skills: A resilient, tough-minded professional capable of managing competing priorities, compressed lead times, and evolving design demands.

Preferred: Proven experience leading or supporting continuous improvement/Kaizen initiatives.