Defense Purchasing & Sourcing Specialist

North American Controls, Inc.; Utica (MI); In loco; USD 50.000 - 70.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

North American Controls, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Agent to source and manage procured material for defense-grade platforms. The role involves coordinating outside processing, managing ERP data in Shoptech E2, and supporting supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery and compliant documentation.

You will track quotes, monitor stock, negotiate pricing, and work cross-functionally to align purchases with customer needs while traveling as required. U.S. Persons only.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred but relevant professional experience will be considered.
• Experience working in a related field preferred but relevant professional experience will be considered.
• Excellent interpersonal and social skills.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Collaborative and professional demeanor.
• Flexible to travel to meet with suppliers, distributors and manufacturers as required.
• Able to lift, carry and move a minimum of 25lbs.
• Solid organizational skills.
• Must be a U.S. Person.

Mansioni

• Monitor stock levels and identify purchasing needs
• Research potential suppliers and compare metrics of price, delivery, etc.
• Track orders and ensure timely delivery
• Update internal databases (Shoptech E2) with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts)
• Evaluate quotes from suppliers and negotiate fair pricing
• Work closely with relevant departments to ensure products purchased are in line with the needs of our customers
• Maintain updated records of Purchase Orders, Quotes, etc.
• Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders
• Liaise with warehouse staff to ensure all products arrive in good condition with required documentation

Conoscenze

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Inventory management

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Team collaboration

Formazione

Bachelor's degree in related field

Strumenti

Shoptech E2

Descrizione del lavoro

North American Controls, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Agent to source and manage procured material for defense-grade platforms. The role involves coordinating outside processing, managing ERP data in Shoptech E2, and supporting supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery and compliant documentation.

You will track quotes, monitor stock, negotiate pricing, and work cross-functionally to align purchases with customer needs while traveling as required. U.S. Persons only.