Industrial Procurement Specialist

Who We Are

Temple Allen Industries (www.templeallen.com) is at the forefront of bringing AI and Machine Learning to industrial processes for high-value assets in aerospace, marine, wind power, and transportation markets. We are currently expanding our award-winning line of Smart Automation EMMA™ systems which promise to dramatically reshape surface preparation and the robotics, machine learning, and human augmentation landscape.

Position: Industrial Procurement Specialist

We are looking for an exceptional, experienced candidate to join the elite team at Temple Allen Industries in Rockville, MD as Industrial Procurement Specialists. This role is intended for candidates with especially strong organizational skills who have experience working as a procurement specialist, particularly on projects or on teams involved in the industrial sector and are ready to organize and systematically maintain and execute those same responsibilities as part of our team.

You will oversee the procurement of machined parts, weldments, COTS components, and other custom-fabricated items, managing purchase orders, supplier communications, delivery schedules, and documentation. In this role, you will build and maintain strong supplier relationships, support cost and performance improvements, and help refine internal procurement processes to ensure alignment with company production goals.

Requirements

The following items are typically required for an individual accepting the responsibilities of this position:

• 2 years purchasing experience 
• Substantive experience in Microsoft Excel
• Strong organizational/communication skills (both written and verbal) in English
• Able to thrive and multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Impeccable time management
• Strong negotiation skills and relationship management
• Strategic thinking and analytical skills
• Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial experience a plus.

Preferred Experience

• Experience working with international suppliers, particularly Chinese manufacturers and vendors, preferred.

Responsibilities

The following items are expected tasks an individual accepting this position will be undertaking and completing:

• Conduct procurement of machined parts, weldments, COTS, and 3D printed parts
• Coordinate with other procurement staff to determine most efficient task assignments
• Organize shipping of all procured parts and components to company HQ in Maryland
• Manage departmental purchase order requests, supplier drawings, quotes, purchase orders, delivery schedules, etc.
• Receive and assist in accepting/rejecting all procured parts as applicable.
• Nurture positive relationships with all current and potential suppliers
• Manage part discrepancies and coordinate with suppliers in facilitating replacing/returning rejected parts.
• Manage and regularly update internal procurement and operational documentation.
• Research, evaluate, negotiate, and analyze terms and conditions, pricing, quality, and lead times with potential/new suppliers in coordination with the company’s commitments and forecasts.
• Perform ongoing management of contracted suppliers - including reducing costs, identifying price discrepancies, quality, lead time and identifying opportunities for greater collaboration, etc.
• Support development and maintenance of company policies and processes.
• Collaborate with multiple teams to strategically time purchases, balancing procurement schedules across concurrent projects
• Maintain and continuously improve the Bill of Materials (BOM) to support accurate and efficient procurement operations

Who You Are

• A Problem-Solver: You approach complex challenges with a structured, analytical mindset and are persistent in finding optimal solutions
• Detail-Oriented: You have a high standard for precision in your designs and documentation
• A Collaborator: You communicate effectively and enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team
• A Self-Starter: You take ownership of your tasks and are driven to see projects through to completion

Pay Range

Annual Salary Range: $65,000- $80,000

The actual compensation offered will depend on a variety of job-related factors, including location, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, performance, and business needs.

Benefits

• Paid Time off
• Health Stipend 

Work Location 

Full time onsite at our Rockville, MD office location 

Work Authorization/Visa Sponsorship 

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States, Temple Allen does not discriminate based on citizenship status or national origin.

Temple Allen Industries is proud to be able to sponsor H-1B or other employment-based visas for qualified candidates for this position. Sponsorship is evaluated on a case-by-case basis and is not guaranteed.

Equal Employment Opportunity: 

Temple Allen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our policy is clear: there shall be no discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, race, religion or belief, gender, marriage/civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity, or sexual orientation.

We are an inclusive organization and actively promote equality of opportunity for all with the right mix of talent, skills and potential. We welcome all applications from a wide range of candidates. Selection for roles will be based on individual merit alone.