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Director of Procurement with a leading manufacturer of rugged computer, server/mass storage and network peripheral equipment solutions for military, industrial, and commercial aerospace applications that call for reliable performance under demanding environmental conditions. Miltope is ISO 9001:2008, AS9100B, and ISO 14001:2004 registered. Lead the procurement functions of the company with responsibility for evaluating, making recommendations, and developing organization-wide purchasing policies and procedures for the implementation of standards that represent best purchasing methods and overall value. Ensure compliance and conformance to ethical business practices, federal contracting requirements (DFARS and FARS) and state statutes.Act as the main interface with subcontractor and the program management office (PMO). Responsible for directing all phases of the subcontract from initiation of the business case for make vs. buy decisions through requests for proposals, subcontract management plans, negotiation strategy, cost accountability and program execution.Manage and oversee supplier and vendor relations through effective purchase order and contract administration that insures the highest value to the company and best service and support to military and commercial clientele.Identify, engage and oversee the development of an overall vendor base that creates and sustains a competitive advantage through partnerships and value-add services, parts and supplies.Oversee the drafts and execution of bid processes including purchase and procurement contracts with major supply and service providers.Establish and maintain measurable performance metrics for all levels of procurement activities, including but not limited to supplier performance, supplier quality, order placement performance and buyer activity levels.Develop and monitor departmental budget and departmental expenditures.