Procurement Analyst

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Job Description:

Job Grade: 10E

Days: Monday - Friday

Hours: 8:00am 4:30pm

Job Summary:

The Alternate Parts Analyst will evaluate and document alternate parts opportunity and alternative repair options for aircraft consumables, expendable and components. Alternative parts will be through the Parts Manufacturing Authority (PMA), Owner Produced Parts (OPP) and Designated Engineering Representative (DER) processes. Individual will work within the Procurement Groups and work closely with Aircraft Engineering and industry suppliers to identify stand-alone and/or Next Higher Assembly (NHA) components for alternative parts/DER opportunities. Once identified, individual will establish the support package/documents for internal engineering approval.

Develops and implements category strategies that enable UPS to procure goods and services within assigned categories at the best overall cost of ownership and best value. Subject matter expert within assigned category with a deep understanding of spend, savings, market intelligence, supplier metrics, and other performance indicators important to internal stakeholders. Engages with internal business stakeholders and suppliers to drive continuous improvement and optimize the supplier base. Plays a leading role in negotiations and supplier relationship management. Verifies that all sourcing initiatives meet category-specific regulations, follow appropriate risk mitigation protocols, and ensures that specific contingencies for the assigned category are in place.

Provides specific functional expertise that is theoretical and conceptual in nature. This expertise is typically acquired through a combination of university education and experience within a field. May have responsibility for supervising others in the capacity of a “player coach” but primary focus is individual expertise.

Applies working knowledge of theories, practices, and/or procedures within job discipline. Broadens capabilities and understanding of the company processes, and customers. Performs mostly routine assignments and resolves common issues by using precedents or seeking guidance. Assesses straightforward problems and proposes solutions based on analysis of factual information, experience, judgment, and precedents. Impacts quality of own work and the work of others on the team. Shares factual information with other team members.

Required Skills:

• Formal training in a relevant aviation field and aerospace industry experience.
• Must understand the effects of material support on the maintenance organization. 
• Candidate must possess a technical, statistical, and analytical aptitude to interpret OEM Drawings, IPCs, AMM, MELs, E/Os, etc., with working knowledge of UPS supporting systems (MIPS, Maintenix, ADMS, etc.).
• Familiarity with GMM, FARs, and other regulatory requirements. 
• Ability to interpret and apply requirements in Service Bulletins (SBs), Advisory Directives (ADs), Advisory Circulars, and Service Letters. 
• Strong communication skills. 
• Ability to collect technical and cost data and identify trends.

Preferred Skills:

• Aviation related Degree, Certificate, and/or 5 years' experience in an airline support function.

Employee Type:

Permanent

UPS is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination, harassment, and retaliation.

Other Criteria:

UPS is an equal opportunity employer. UPS does not discriminate on the basis of race/color/religion/sex/national origin/veteran/disability/age/sexual orientation/gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications:

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National of the U.S., an alien lawfully admit