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The Sourcing Specialist plays a key role in Bascom Hunter’s supply chain and will make an immediate impact by bolstering the company’s supply chain and supplier base. This position partners closely with program managers, engineering and manufacturing to identify, evaluate, and qualify vendors for materials, components, and services. This role ensures suppliers meet technical requirements, quality standards, delivery timelines, and cost objectives. The Sourcing Specialist will research new suppliers, conduct capability assessments, support contract negotiations, and help maintain strong, long-term supplier relationships.\nResponsibilities:\nIdentify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers for mechanical and electronic components and systems used primarily in aerospace and defense applications, ensuring they meet technical, quality, and compliance requirements.\nBuild and maintain strategic supplier relationships to support current and long-term program needs.\nConduct supplier audits and capability assessments to verify adherence to ITAR, DFARS, ISO, and other applicable defense industry standards.\nCollaborate with quality and compliance teams to address gaps and maintain approved supplier status.\nNegotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost-effective procurement while maintaining high quality and on-time delivery.\nWork with legal and compliance teams to ensure all agreements meet customer and defense procurement regulations.\nConduct market research to identify sourcing opportunities, track cost trends, and assess risks.\nDevelop and implement contingency plans to ensure uninterrupted supply for critical defense programs.\nMonitor supplier performance through delivery schedules, quality metrics, and responsiveness, and address performance issues when needed.\nPartner with engineering, production, quality, and project management teams to ensure all materials and components meet technical specifications and project timelines.\nSupport new product development by contributing to sourcing strategies and supplier selection.\nQualifications\nAssociate or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related field.\n2+ years of sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience, preferably in an engineering or manufacturing environment.\nFamiliarity with technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing processes.\nStrong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.\nProficiency with sourcing tools, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.\nCompetencies\nTechnical aptitude and ability to read/interpret engineering requirements.\nVendor relationship management skills.\nAnalytical problem-solving and cost analysis abilities.\nAbility to work collaboratively across departments.\nGeneral understanding of all supply chain functions and how they support engineering and manufacturing operations.\nEqual Employment Opportunity Information:\nBascom Hunter is an equal opportunity employer. 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