Purchases the most critical and complex, high-dollar products requiring close administration regarding price, delivery and quality. Acts as a staff advisor to the Procurement and Subcontracts Manager. Working Procedure: Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources. • Locate sources of supply for purchasing • Obtain information from individuals Interacting With Computers — Using computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to enter data, or process information. • Use computers to enter, access or retrieve data Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships — Developing constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. Communicating with Persons Outside Organization — Communicating with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers, the public, government, and other external sources. This information can be exchanged in person, in writing, or by telephone or e-mail. • Communicate technical information • Write business correspondence Performs the duties of a Procurement/Subcontract Specialist, in addition to: • Coordinate major quoting activities and maintains complete and accurate documentation for audit trail. Communicates and reports on pending negotiations and keeps management aware of potential trouble that might affect productions. Has primary responsibility for planning and executing all major contract negotiations with suppliers • Assists in developing and implementing Purchasing procedures. Reviews procedures regularly and make recommendations for, improvements and changes • Assists in motivating and training buying personnel and helps evaluate their performance • Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree in Business, or other related field. Experience Requirement: A minimum of fifteen years’ experience in Purchasing. Should possess excellent analytical and decision making ability with an excellent business knowledge and judgment. In compliance with state and local laws, the salary range for this role is $130K- $175K. The range provided is a general guideline and good faith estimate representative of all experience levels but is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. TCOM considers several factors when extending an offer including, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, a candidate’s experience, education/training, key skills, internal equity, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Benefits: TCOM offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts/HSAs, EAP, tuition reimbursement, parental leave, paid time off (PTO), and company-paid holidays. Programs and eligibility may vary based on hire date, classification, and schedule.