Taylor Defense Products ยท 1 month ago
Senior Purchasing & Provisioning Specialist
Louisville, MS
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expTaylor Defense Products is a company that provides the U.S. Military and government with material handling and logistics products. The Senior Purchasing & Provisioning Specialist is responsible for sourcing and procuring materials to support military modification and fabrication operations, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards are met.
Military
Responsibilities
Source and procure raw materials, fabricated components, hardware, and specialized military-grade items required for heavy manufacturing and modification programs
Prepare RFQs, analyze bids, and negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules
Issue purchase orders accurately and promptly, ensuring alignment with project schedules and contractual obligations
Monitor open orders daily and proactively follow up with suppliers to ensure on-time delivery
Develop and maintain provisioning data for government and defense programs, including parts lists, spares requirements, and support equipment
Review engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical data to identify required materials and replacement parts
Collaborate with Program Management and Engineering to ensure provisioning documentation supports customer and government requirements
Build and maintain strong working relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors
Evaluate vendor performance using quality, delivery, and cost criteria
Identify alternate suppliers and mitigate single-source risks
Work with vendors to resolve shortages, quality issues, and delivery delays
Work closely with Operations, Production Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Program Management to ensure material availability and readiness for each project
Act as the supply-chain point of contact for assigned programs, ensuring alignment between purchasing activities and production priorities
Support material expediting and gap-filling tasks when urgent issues arise
Identify opportunities to optimize supply chain efficiency, reduce lead times, and improve cost competitiveness
Assist in implementing supply chain best practices, KPIs, and procurement policies
Support inventory control efforts, including safety stock analysis and reduction of excess/obsolete materials
Qualification
Required
5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience, preferably in defense manufacturing, heavy fabrication, or industrial equipment
Strong understanding of BOM structures, engineering drawings, weldments, machining, and fabricated assemblies
Experience supporting military or government programs (ILS, provisioning, FAR/DFARS knowledge a plus)
Proven negotiation skills and the ability to manage multiple vendors
High level of energy with the ability to multitask and work under pressure
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office (Excel required)
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work cross-functionally and thrive in a collaborative, mission-driven environment
Preferred
Familiarity with SLEP programs (RTCH, EBFL, cranes, tactical vehicles, etc.)
Understanding of military standards, packaging requirements, and provisioning data (PPLs, IPBs, SMR codes)
Experience expediting suppliers and working in rapidly changing production environments
Strong problem-solving ability with a 'whatever it takes' mindset
Benefits
Medical/Prescription
Dental/Vision
Vacation
10 Paid Holidays
401K
Company Paid Life Insurance
Company
Taylor Defense Products
Taylor Defense Products provides the U.S. Military, its allies, and the U.S.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase