Procurement Specialist

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of procurement principles, sourcing, and supplier management.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Desired Qualifications

• Source, evaluate, and select suppliers for raw materials, components, and services.
• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders in accordance with company policies and approval requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing.
• Coordinate closely with production planning, engineering, and manufacturing teams to ensure material availability.
• Expedite materials as needed to support production schedules and minimize downtime.
• Support new product introductions by sourcing materials and coordinating supplier readiness.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, pricing data, and supplier information.
• Assist with inventory control efforts, including demand forecasting and inventory optimization.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier consolidation, alternate sourcing, and process improvements.
• Maintain positive working relationships with approved suppliers.
• Ensure purchased materials and services meet quality, specification, and regulatory requirements.
• Support supplier audits, scorecards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Use ERP/MRP systems to process purchase orders, track deliveries, and maintain data accuracy.
• Ensure purchasing documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with internal controls.
• Support audits and reporting related to purchasing activities.