Purchasing Specialist Job Category: Logistics Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: None Employee Type: Regular Percentage of Travel Required: None Type of Travel: None * * * **The Opportunity:** CACI is seeking a talented Purchasing Specialist to join our Spectrum Superiority division in FLORHAM PARK NJ is a fast-growing technology company that is a global leader. The Purchasing Specialist be at the forefront of our organization's purchasing strategies, leveraging your expertise to secure the best deals, foster strong supplier relationships, and streamline our procurement and tracking processes while being a customer service orientated person. The Procurement Specialist will have a good sense of initiative, excellent interpersonal skills, ability to multi-task and prioritize, as well as satisfy immediate requests to ad-hoc duties as needed by program leadership. You'll also implement and maintain robust tracking systems to ensure full visibility and accountability throughout the procurement process for our own purchases as well as across all our partners procurement cycles. The ability to be adaptable and to work constructively with a technically diverse team is also crucial. The program emphasizes innovation, and CACI looks for individuals who can bring creative ideas to solve complex problems, both technical and procedural. The Purchasing Specialist will work cross functionally with the operations team to execute procurement functions and source components to support the production schedule. This individual will work with the project managers and engineers to purchase custom technical components and report on schedule to company leadership. **Responsibilities:** + Responsible for material procurement functions for new and existing products within a Tier 1 ERP system. + Expedite material as needed to support the production schedule of products, assemblies, and subassemblies through close coordination with Program Management and Manufacturing. + Work directly with materials and manufacturing personnel to communicate procurement delivery schedules along with real and potential shortages. + Point of contact for contract and internal manufacturers, managing aspects including transfer of manufacturing information, material procurement and end of life, resolution of quality issues, return material authorizations, and material disposition. + Work closely with Spectrum Superiority’s Department Heads to determine optimal inventory levels and order quantities. + Review all Purchase orders, requisitions and quotes for applicability, correctness, compliance. + Track and report on Vendor performance metrics. + Assist with evaluation, auditing and management of new and existing sources of supply. + Travel to other CACI or Supplier sites as necessary. **Qualifications:** _Required:_ + Bachelor’s Degree and 5+ years related experience or an equivalent combination of education, skills and experience. + Experience in materials planning, scheduling, sourcing or procurement in a production environment. + Product lifecycle experience in manufacturing and PLM database knowledge desirable. + Understanding of engineering and manufacturing bills of material and drawings, BOM structures, manufacturing test and quality control processes. + Demonstrated working knowledge of MRP purchasing, Outlook and Excel (vlookup, pivot tables) including spreadsheet creation, calculation and reporting. + Familiarity with AS9100 or similar quality management systems. _Desired:_ + Degree in in Supply Chain, Engineering or similar technical field is preferred. + Ability to manage and exceed at delivering on multiple high priority tasks. + High level of organization and attention to detail. + Strong oral verbal and written communications skills. + Adaptable to growth and continually evolving requirements. - **________________________________________________________________________________________** **What You Can Expect:** **A culture of integrity.** At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation. **An environment of trust.** CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality. **A focus on continuous growth.** Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy. **Your potential is limitless.** So is ours. Learn more about CACI here. (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/life-at-caci) **________________________________________________________________________________________** **Pay Range** : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits) . The proposed salary range for this position is: $70,800 - $148,600 _CACI is_ _an Equal Opportunity Employer._ _All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any_ _other protected characteristic._