Procurement Manager

Kearfott Corporation

tuition reimbursement, 401(k)

United States, North Carolina, Black Mountain

2858 US Highway 70 West (Show on map)

Feb 10, 2025

Founded in 1918, Kearfott Corporation, a global Aerospace and Defense supplier for over 100 years, is a leader in the design and manufacture of precision motion control products and inertial navigation components. Kearfott has a very long history of innovation and excellence and is the go-to brand for many of our global clients. Kearfott is trusted, respected and plays a vital role in the success of America's aerospace and defense industries. With over a century of expertise & experience, Kearfott is dedicated to providing quality, reliability, and cutting-edge technology to customers worldwide to meet their sea, land, air, and space navigation and guidance requirements.

Kearfott offers a comprehensive benefits package including a 401K, and Tuition Reimbursement. We offer a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off. We are looking for talented individuals who want to be part of a world-class work force. Join Kearfott and become part of a company that is recognized for technical expertise and respected world-wide as a 'full service' provider.
For more information, visit our website at www.kearfott.com

Position Description:

Responsible for management of all activities related to the organization of material to support all production, repair, spare and prototype customer orders. Will have a team of employees reporting directly. Besides managing buyers and employees, this individual may also be tasked to create and manage individual purchase orders and subcontracts. Supply chain experience required and APICS certification strongly preferred (CPIM). Working knowledge of ERP systems and controls (IFS, SAP, or equivalent), and continuous improvement required. Green belt certification is considered a plus.

Essential Functions:

Materials Management Plans and coordinates activities to procure materials Manages department activities and works collaboratively with other functions including Contracts, Programs, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and other company locations to achieve business objectives Continuously monitors inventory availability and movement of materials, supplies and services to meet production and delivery schedules Develop short and long range materials management programs to minimize inventory costs and meet schedule requirements Provide for alternate plans in the event of unforeseen contingencies Prepare reports of order status, budget forecasts, inventory and production control activities as required As a team leader, hold members accountable for performance through clear direction and the use of fair, objective criteria. Provides routine feedback coaching and mentoring for member development Optimize the use of assets to meet/exceed sales and production schedules. Operations Strategic Planning & Development Drives production costs to the lowest possible level in collaboration with the other Kearfott sites Facilitates the development of talent and skills in the workforce. Continuous Improvement Strives to achieve operational excellence by providing internal and external customers with industry leading quality, delivery, responsiveness and cost. Works continuously to improve relevant processes and minimize COPQ. Provides mentorship and coaching to direct reports to help guide them and drive better processes, procedures, and overall operations. Critical Competencies:
	Provides requisite leadership, mentoring, coaching and motivation Drives for performance, tenacious, meets commitments, plans contingencies Organized, capable of multitasking and setting priorities Detail Oriented Makes timely, effective decisions, uses financial and quantitative data, risk savvy Develops individuals and teams by mentoring, coaching, and empowering. Advocates continuous learning Demonstrates a commitment to Quality and Continuous Improvement Thinks strategically and "out of the box" while providing hands-on leadership Possesses strong interpersonal skills, cross-cultural sensitivity, and the ability to connect with employees.
Education & Experience:
	8+ years in materials management, production control and supply chain within Aerospace environment with progressive management responsibilities Bachelor's degree in associated discipline required - advanced degree (including MBA) preferred Certifications: APICS preferred; Green Belt a plus, Black Belt preferred Working knowledge of ERP systems (IFS, SAP or equivalent) Working knowledge of FAR, DFAR and CPSR requirements is necessary Direct experience with supporting audits (AS9100, ISO 9001, FAA, USG Cost and Pricing audits) Supply chain experience including negotiation of purchase orders, including blanket and long term agreements Demonstrated ability to communicate status and recovery plans with Customers is required. Solid communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate across all functions and with all levels of the organization Ability to travel domestically is required as well as internationally as needed US citizen /Ability to work on U.S. government programs and obtain a security clearance if needed.