Procurement Specialist

Pilatus is hiring a Procurement Specialist to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing supplier performance in accordance with agreed contractual terms and real-time business needs. Pilatus is a global company based in Switzerland with a worldwide supplier base and this position is focused on the suppliers located in North America. This position is based in Broomfield, CO at the Pilatus Aircraft USA, Ltd facility and acts as a local supplier liaison for the Pilatus Group. The primary focus is resolution of issues that require face-to-face onsite presence, on short notice and over an extended period of time. The position is expected to be forward-thinking and to implement strategies to improve supplier performance and meet production and customer support requirements. Take your career to the next level with Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd!     

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

Assists with proactive and successful management of assigned suppliers within the North American supplier portfolio

• Holds suppliers accountable to contractual obligations, commitments, and Key Performance Indicators/Measures
• Performs supplier risk analysis and monitors compliance with applicable regulations
• Supports cost reduction efforts within the supply chain
• Communicates proactively with all Pilatus supply chain stakeholders
• Escalates issues when needed according to roles and responsibilities 
• Negotiates pricing and contractual terms with favorable results for the company
• Travels on short notice for in-person support as required

Supports ongoing supplier management tasks

• Builds and maintains strong supplier relationships
• Collaborates with internal stakeholders, including leading or participating in projects and meetings
• Supports tracking of supply chain KPIs
• Works in accordance with existing procurement procedures

Acts as liaison for procurement activities in European and North American Pilatus offices

Skills/Qualifications

• B.S. in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 3 years of experience in a supply chain or procurement role; aircraft industry experience is an advantage but not a requirement
• Willingness and ability to travel both domestically and internationally, sometimes on short notice
• Ability to develop relationships and interact effectively with both internal and external stakeholders across varied business areas
• Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Working knowledge of standard procurement contract terms and conditions
• Experience with ERP/MRP software
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Outlook)

What We Offer

• 11 paid holidays a year, plus 15 days of paid vacation time, and 6 days of paid sick/personal time to start with an increase to 20 days of paid vacation time after 5 years with Pilatus
• 90% of medical, dental, and vision premiums paid for single coverage and 80% for family coverage, averaging $9,600 annually
• Monthly health savings account (HSA) contributions totaling $2,250 for single coverage and $3,000 for family coverage annually
• 401(k) retirement plan matching up to 6%
• Life and long-term disability insurance premiums paid in full
• Tuition assistance available annually after the first year

The salary range for this position is $67,301 - 90,856 per year depending on experience. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. 

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd was founded in Broomfield, Colorado in 1996. Pilatus’ 118,000 square foot facility is custom-designed to conduct aircraft interior and exterior completions for all PC-12 PRO and PC-24 aircraft delivering to North and South America. This new completions center consolidates the operations Pilatus has performed at the Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport for almost 30 years.  

With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland and completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment. 

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 

To submit a paper application, please mail your resume to 12300 Pilatus Way, Broomfield, CO 80021 Attention: Human Resources. No walk-ins please.  If personalized assistance is needed to complete an online application for this position, please email employment.us@pilatus-aircraft.com with your request.