Procurement Specialist - onsite

Company: BCForward
Location: Madison
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Description We are currently seeking a Procurement Specialist 1 to join our Supply Chain Department in Madison, Mississippi. The successful candidate will need to understand the different commodities of procurement and be responsible for Source selection, creating request for quotation (RFQ), Requesting certifications from suppliers, creating purchase orders under $30K, but not limited to, this will be to the discretion of the manager, perform negotiations with pre-approval from your manager and/or senior lead as well as monitoring and tracking supplier acknowledgements, delivery status, assisting senior buyers in the creation of 9 tabs folders. Will also have responsibility of tracking past due purchase orders, to ensure that SAP is updated and notes of the status is posted for data accuracy. Trouble shooting supplier invoices to provide resolution of payment. Participates in supplier visits as well as assist in the developing the agenda for the program review. Job Responsibilities Sources, negotiates and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, packaging materials, parts, services and/or supplies necessary for the operations of an aerospace organization. Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives. Monitors performance of suppliers. Evaluates areas of opportunity to leverage material acquisitions. Tracks data to keep informed on price trends and market dynamics. Negotiates with suppliers and analyzes suppliers operations to determine factors that affect prices and to determine lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability and ability to meet required schedules. Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends and maintains necessary records. May prepare Request for Proposals (RFP), Request for Quotes (RFQ) and bid packages. Maintains the highest ethical personal and professional standards. Other projects and initiatives as assigned. Qualifications Bachelors Degree AND 0 years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR Associate Degree AND a minimum of four (4) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience, OR completion of high school or equivalent AND a minimum of eight (8) years of directly related government, industrial or aerospace purchasing or subcontracting experience. Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information and Company Proprietary data. Some travel will be required. Must adhere to Company policies/procedures and management instruction. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, being able to present financial information clearly and succinctly. Excellent communications skills with the ability to exchange information and interface effectively with suppliers are required. Must be able to pass a background investigation to obtain a public trust position (if required for the position). Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance (if required for the position). Must be able to work weekends, other shifts and overtime as required. Company Description About BCforward: Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally. BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class places to work. BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. Company Description About BCforward:\r\n\r\nFounded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward’s 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.\r\n\r\nBCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class places to work.\r\n\r\nBCforward is an equal opportunity employer.

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