Analyst, Procurement

Job Summary

The Procurement Analyst at Triumph Geared Solutions- Macomb coordinates the procurement and distribution of aerospace materials, parts, equipment, and supplies for the organization by performing the following duties.

This position is based onsite in Macomb, MI. Relocation assistance is not provided for this role.

Duties/Responsibilities

• End-to-End Procurement Ownership: Lead all procurement activities for assigned commodities from requisition through delivery, ensuring alignment with production requirements and business objectives.
• Requirements & Demand Analysis: Evaluate commodity requirements, including technical specifications, supplier selection, and delivery timelines, to support uninterrupted manufacturing operations.
• Strategic Sourcing & Proposal Evaluation: Solicit, analyze, and evaluate supplier quotations, demonstrating the ability to assess varying levels of complexity and identify the most competitive and compliant proposals.
• Supplier Qualification & Selection: Identify, assess, and onboard suppliers through structured evaluations and direct engagement, ensuring alignment with quality, cost, and delivery expectations.
• Commercial Negotiation: Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions to achieve optimal total cost of ownership while maintaining required quality and delivery performance. Drive continuous cost reduction initiatives.
• Contract & Compliance Management: Execute and manage purchase orders and contracts in full compliance with company policies and applicable government regulations, including aerospace industry standards.
• Supplier Performance Management: Monitor and drive supplier performance to exceed key metrics, including maintaining >95% on-time delivery, while proactively mitigating supply risks.
• Operational Execution & Control: Maintain rigorous control over procurement documentation, including orders, amendments, and shipping notices, ensuring accuracy, traceability, and audit readiness.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with operations, planning, quality, and engineering teams to ensure alignment between procurement activities and production priorities.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities to enhance procurement processes, improve data visibility, and support operational efficiency initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience (typically 3-10 years in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles).
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-pressure manufacturing environment with competing priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with the ability to interpret data, evaluate scenarios, and make sound, timely decisions.
• Proficiency in Material Requirements Planning (MRP) systems and a solid understanding of how procurement impacts production flow and customer delivery.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis) and strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word).
• Experience with ERP and line-of-business systems; familiarity with Power BI or similar data visualization tools is an asset.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, supplier management, and contract negotiation; experience with DFAR compliance is considered a plus.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to prepare reports, present information, and effectively engage cross-functional stakeholders and suppliers.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Demonstrated sense of urgency and accountability, with a clear understanding of the critical impact of procurement on operational success.
• Ability to apply practical reasoning and sound judgment in resolving issues involving multiple variables in standardized and dynamic situations.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 20% as required.
• Flexibility to work additional hours as needed to support business demands and ensure continuity of supply.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to remain seated for long periods of time while working on a computer or documentation, etc.
• Must have manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard and standard office equipment
• Must be capable of withstanding long periods of viewing data on a computer screen and/or paper format

Triumph Offers Outstanding Benefits, Including:

• 19 Days Paid Time Off (annual allotment), Prorated PTO based on date of hire
• Company Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance starting on your first day
• Company Paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Accidental Death, and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) Match (75% match up to 6%)
• Recognition and Service Award Programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Onsite Fitness Center- Free!
• Climate controlled environment

Our Vision:

As one team, we enable the safety and prosperity of the world.

Our Mission:

We partner with our Customers to TRIUMPH over their hardest aerospace, defense, and industrial challenges to deliver value to our stakeholders.

Our Values:

• Integrity- Do the right thing for our stakeholders. We value safety, diversity, and respect.
• Teamwork- Win as One team-one company. Solicit help and assist others.
• Continuous Improvement- Pursue zero defect quality. Attack problems and relentlessly raise the bar.
• Innovation- Passion for growing the business. Lead through ingenuity and entrepreneurship.
• Act with Velocity- Partner, anticipate and communicate. Proactively solve problems.

Code of Conduct:

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the TRIUMPH behaviors captured within our core values: Integrity, Teamwork, Continuous Improvement, Innovation, and Act with Velocity. Detailed definitions are below and performance metrics for each behavior can be found on our intranet and is embedded within our Performance Management processes. All employees are expected to represent the values and maintain the standards contained in TRIUMPH's Code of Conduct.

Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS):

Employees are responsible for the Health, Safety, and Welfare of themselves, the environment, and other people. All employees must comply with EHS policy training and instructions, help to maintain a safe and clean working environment, and use any Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) provided by the Company. Employees must report any accidents, incidents, and near misses to management. Additionally, employees are expected to notify management of any dangerous or potentially dangerous situations or practices.

Additional Information:

Triumph is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability.

SELECT US positions require access to technology, materials, software or hardware that is controlled by US export laws including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations ("ITAR") and the Export administration Regulations ("EAR"). In order to be eligible for applicable positions, you must be a US Person under ITAR or eligible for approval for a U.S. Government export license. A US Person is a US Citizen, Lawful Permanent Resident, refugee or asylee. All inquires related to citizenship are asked solely to comply with ITAR and EAR export licensing requirements.

U.S. applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Please contact us if you require assistance in applying for TRIUMPH and we will provide reasonable accommodations via HRDepartment@triumphgroup.com.

Nearest Major Market: Detroit