Materials Procurement Specialist

Nesco Resource; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled professional to assist in technical bid preparation and supplier negotiations. This role involves creating RFPs, engaging with internal legal resources, and formulating contracts to ensure smooth operations. With a focus on collaboration and support, the position offers flexibility for remote work, making it ideal for candidates who excel in a dynamic environment. Join a forward-thinking company that values your expertise and provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, vision, dental, and 401K plans.

Benefits

Medical Coverage

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in technical bid preparation and supplier negotiations.
• Strong background in contract formulation and post-contract supplier follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing technical bid packages and supplier service level specifics.
• Conduct supplier pre-bid meetings and answer RFIs.

Skills

Technical Bid Preparation

Supplier Negotiation

RFP Creation

Contract Formulation

Supplier Follow-up

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

CPSM/CPM Certification

Job description

The contingent associates do not have to physically work at the locations. The reason behind these locations is to provide them with close proximity for face-to-face support, such as training, procurement, policy compliance, legal, and other issues that are better addressed locally and in person. It works out much better if individuals can stop by and see someone who can help them.

Locations:

• Pittsburgh is the preferred location.
• General Office - Pittsburgh, PA 15272
• Cleveland Plant - Cleveland, OH 44111
• Strongsville Plant (30 minutes from Cleveland Plant)
• Loudon New Plant - No address or building yet
• Anywhere near Knoxville or the town of Loudon, TN

Candidate can also be remote if needed, based on the right candidate.

High Level Job Description:

1. Assist in preparing technical bid packages with internal customers
2. Prepare supplier service level commercial specifics with internal customers
3. Create technical and commercial RFP
4. Conduct/Support supplier and internal pre-bid meetings
5. Answer RFIs questions
6. Perform technical and commercial bid tabulations
7. Negotiate technical and commercial proposals
8. Engage with internal legal resources
9. Contract formulation (framework agreement)
10. Post-contract supplier follow-up

Experience:

5+ years of experience required.

Nice to haves:

• Engineering background
• Experience in coatings and paint industry
• CPSM/CPM certification
• Experience with large capital projects (Processing Coatings Equipment and Construction a plus)
• Experience with liquid and/or powder processing equipment
• Material category description examples: dispensing systems, media (powder & liquid) mills, extruders, chill rolls, large bulk tanks, reactors, and automation controls

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, including a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.