Procurement Specialist

Aescape

. Own purchase order issuance and management for finished goods, spare parts, tooling, select raw materials, and other direct-spend categories to meet production schedules .

Posted 10/22/2026full-timeDistrict of Columbia • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in global procurement and sourcing within high-volume manufacturing environments, with strong analytical skills to synthesize complex information and drive cost-reduction initiatives. Proficient in managing supplier relationships and executing purchase orders while ensuring material readiness and compliance with product development lifecycles.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Global Procurement ExperienceSupplier Relationship ManagementERP System ProficiencyAnalytical SkillsNegotiation Tactics

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Hard Skills

Purchase Order ManagementCost-Reduction InitiativesBOM Cost TrackingMechatronic Systems KnowledgeProduct Development Lifecycle FamiliarityExcel ProficiencyRFQ CreationSupplier VettingInvoice Discrepancy ResolutionDemand Planning Exposure

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCommunication SkillsOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailPositive Attitude

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsNetSuitePLM SystemsArenaMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

High Volume ManufacturingSourcingSupply Chain ManagementMechatronicsContract Manufacturing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own purchase order issuance and management for finished goods, spare parts, tooling, select raw materials, and other direct-spend categories to meet production schedules
Foster and maintain relationships with key suppliers and contract manufacturers
Identify supplier risk and resolve shortages, delivery issues, invoice discrepancies, and supplier non-conformances
Collaborate with engineering, quality, finance, and product teams
Support supplier vetting and onboarding, including commercial and technical evaluation and qualification of alternate or second-source suppliers
Maintain pricing, lead times, and terms across 2 programs, 12 product lines, 30+ suppliers, and 400+ components
Create and execute RFQs, spot buys, and cost-reduction initiatives
Support negotiation tactics, quote analyses, make/buy decisions, and purchase agreements
Drive cost-down opportunities through negotiation, alternate sourcing, and specification alignment
Track and report BOM costs across all product lines
Drive sourcing of parts for new products with engineering, product teams, and third-party manufacturers
Own clear-to-build material readiness for prototype and production builds
Plan component phase-in and phase-out while maintaining sufficient material days on hand
Track long-lead and critical-path components and mitigate risks to maintain 100% line-up status
Support strategic initiatives around Aescape’s supply chain and manufacturing footprint

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years experience in global procurement, sourcing, or supply chain roles in a high volume, high mix hardware or manufacturing environment
Working technical knowledge of common commodities within mechatronic systems, including metals, injection molding, and general off-the-shelf components
Familiarity with product development lifecycles and design/document change control processes
Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize complex information into simple, actionable insights and communicate requirements
Experience working within an ERP system for PO management and inventory transactions; NetSuite experience is a plus, not required
Positive attitude, high energy, and eagerness to learn and work in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
Experience with a PLM system; Arena experience is a plus
Unrivaled attention to detail
Exceptional Excel skills
Excellent interpersonal skills, including communication, organization, and negotiation
Prior exposure to demand planning is a plus, not required
Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without restriction
Must be willing to commute to the NYC office once a month

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discretionary annual bonus
Equity grant commensurate with the role and company stage
100% employer-paid healthcare coverage for employees with generous coverage for eligible dependents
Flexible time off
Quarterly Wellness Days
Generous parental leave
Complimentary OneMedical membership
401(k) with employer matching
Home office budget
Annual stipend for professional development
Dinner provided when working late
Complimentary Aescape recovery sessions for yourself, friends & family
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off
Paid parental leave