Procurement Specialist

Location: White Salmon, WA — overlooking the breathtaking Columbia River Gorge
Schedule: Full Time | 4/10 Work Schedule (Monday–Thursday)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Supply Chain Manager

Support Precision, Pride, and Performance Across Our Supply Chain

Bring your purchasing expertise and problem-solving ability to a company where Precision, Pride, and Performance drive everything we do. At Innovative Composite Engineering (ICE), our aerospace-grade composite components are trusted by world-class customers across aviation, defense, space, marine, and other advanced industries.

Located in White Salmon, Washington, ICE sits above the scenic Columbia River Gorge — offering unmatched access to outdoor adventure and small-town living just one hour from Portland. From windsurfing and skiing to hiking, biking, and rafting, the Gorge offers a lifestyle that is hard to match.

We are seeking a Procurement Specialist to support our Supply Chain team by managing purchasing activities, coordinating supplier relationships, and ensuring materials and services arrive on time to support production. This role works closely with operations, engineering, quality, and sales to maintain reliable material flow and resolve supply challenges.

This is a role where your attention to detail, supplier coordination, and analytical thinking directly support ICE’s ability to deliver high-quality aerospace components on time, every time.

With our 4-day workweek, you’ll have more time to enjoy everything the Gorge lifestyle offers while building a meaningful career in advanced manufacturing.

Our Culture: Precision, Pride, and Performance

At Innovative Composite Engineering, every team member contributes to our culture of Precision, Pride, and Performance.

Precision
We maintain accurate purchasing data, ensure proper documentation, and align supply chain activities with production requirements.

Pride
We take ownership of supplier relationships and ensure materials arrive when needed to support our teams.

Performance
We proactively manage shortages, improve procurement processes, and continuously strengthen our supply chain reliability.

Primary Purpose of the Position

The Procurement Specialist supports the execution of purchasing and material planning activities to ensure a reliable flow of materials and services for production. This role works cross-functionally with operations, engineering, quality, and sales to manage supplier relationships, mitigate shortages, and support on-time delivery.

This position plays a key role in strengthening procurement processes and improving material availability in a growing aerospace manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
• Full Medical, Dental and Vision
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match up to 4% after 90 days
• 4/10 Work schedule - great for work-life balance

Essential Responsibilities

Purchasing and Procurement

• Execute purchasing activities to support production requirements, including issuing and managing purchase orders. 
• Ensure purchase orders include correct specifications, documentation, and required quality flow-downs. 
• Monitor open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers to confirm delivery commitments. 

Material Planning and Shortage Management

• Monitor material availability and proactively identify, communicate, and resolve shortages. 
• Coordinate with production and planning teams to align supply with manufacturing schedules. 
• Support inventory planning activities including reorder points, safety stock, and forecasting inputs. 

Supplier Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers. 
• Communicate with vendors regarding order status, lead times, delivery commitments, and issue resolution. 
• Evaluate suppliers based on cost, quality, delivery performance, and responsiveness. 

Data Management and ERP Systems

• Maintain accurate purchasing data in ERP/MRP systems including lead times, pricing, and supplier information. 
• Support procurement reporting and material tracking to ensure data integrity. 

Compliance and Documentation

• Support compliance with AS9100 and ISO9001 requirements. 
• Ensure purchasing documentation meets quality system requirements and record control standards. 

Continuous Improvement

• Support implementation of standardized procurement processes and procedures. 
• Track and report supply chain metrics such as shortages, supplier performance, and on-time delivery. 
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives focused on inventory management, purchasing efficiency, and cost control. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Working knowledge of purchasing, material planning, and supply chain processes in a manufacturing environment 
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and bills of materials 
• Strong organizational and analytical skills with attention to detail 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment 
• Strong communication skills when working across internal teams and external suppliers 
• Basic negotiation and supplier coordination skills 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel including pivot tables and basic data analysis 
• Understanding of regulated manufacturing environments such as AS9100 or ISO9001 is preferred 

Education and Experience

Required

• 3–5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain coordination in a manufacturing environment 

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) 
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems in manufacturing 
• Experience coordinating with suppliers and cross-functional teams 
• APICS / CPIM certification or progress toward certification is a plus 

Key Traits for Success

• Takes initiative and follows through on commitments 
• Comfortable working in a growing and evolving environment 
• Strong sense of ownership in day-to-day responsibilities 
• Collaborative and team-oriented mindset 
• Able to balance structure with flexibility 

Compensation & Schedule

• Hourly Pay Range: $27.00 – $36.00 per hour depending on experience 
• Schedule: 4-day workweek (Monday–Thursday, 10-hour shifts) 
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy three-day weekends every week 

Compensation will be determined based on experience, technical capability, and supply chain knowledge.

Additional Information

Any combination of education, training, and experience that provides the required background to perform the responsibilities of this role may be considered.

Innovative Composite Engineering is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Due to ITAR regulations, applicants must provide proof of U.S. Person status.

ICE maintains a drug- and tobacco-free workplace.