Subcontract Manager/Small Business Liaison Officer - (Cadillac, MI)

Position title: Subcontract Manager/Small Business Liaison Officer Location: Cadillac, MI Purpose of Position: To obtain the highest quality goods and services at the lowest possible total end-use cost, considering min guidelines of price, service, quality, schedule & delivery Required responsibilities:* Manages and performs all purchasing functions* Issues Purchase Orders and manages the authorization process for all purchase requisitions. This will include tools, fixtures, direct materials and capital equipment.* Leads the negotiation strategy of all procurement activities including major subcontracts* Identify and lead developing new sources keeping abreast of supplier products, services and capabilities* Will implement strategic buying policies for key components and materials* Maintains current and accurate vendor details, contractual data, payment terms, capacity qualifications, fixed term contracts, productivity improvement targets and confidentiality clauses* Works closely with manufacturing