Planning, Costing & Sourcing Associate Supply Chain Opportunity

Alloy Fasteners, Inc; Cranston (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid time off and holidays

401(k) with company match

Growth and advancement opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Training and professional development

Job summary

Allesco Industries is seeking a detail-oriented Planning, Costing, and Sourcing Associate to support purchasing, product sourcing, inventory planning, and customer quotations. The role emphasizes data analysis, supplier negotiations, and cross-department collaboration to source competitively.

Ideal applicants bring analytical problem-solving skills, strong organization, and Excel proficiency to thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment, with opportunities for growth in

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
• Experience in purchasing, sourcing, procurement, costing, inventory planning, quoting, customer service, manufacturing, or supply chain operations.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial distribution, fasteners, or related industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze RFQs and prepare accurate cost estimates.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations to support pricing and sourcing decisions.
• Research and develop new domestic and international supplier relationships.
• Compare supplier pricing, lead times, quality, and capabilities.
• Assist with inventory planning and replenishment activities.
• Monitor purchasing trends, material costs, and market conditions.
• Support vendor negotiations and cost reduction initiatives.
• Maintain accurate costing, sourcing, and purchasing records.
• Work with sales, operations, customer service, and suppliers to meet customer requirements.
• Utilize ERP systems, Excel, and reporting tools to analyze purchasing and inventory data.
• Assist with special projects related to procurement, sourcing, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Education

Associate/Bachelor in Business, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Engineering, Finance

Tools

ERP systems

Reporting tools

Job description

Help Drive Smart Purchasing Decisions and Support Company Growth

Allesco Industries is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Planning, Costing, and Sourcing Associate to join our team. This position plays a key role in supporting purchasing, product sourcing, inventory planning, and customer quotation activities. The ideal candidate enjoys problem-solving, working with data, negotiating with suppliers, and collaborating across multiple departments to ensure products are sourced efficiently and competitively.

This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who enjoys working in a fast-paced manufacturing and distribution environment and wants to build a career in procurement, sourcing, costing, and supply chain operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze customer requests for quotation (RFQs) and prepare accurate cost estimates.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations to support pricing and sourcing decisions.
• Research and develop new domestic and international supplier relationships.
• Compare supplier pricing, lead times, quality, and capabilities.
• Assist with inventory planning and replenishment activities.
• Monitor purchasing trends, material costs, and market conditions.
• Support vendor negotiations and cost reduction initiatives.
• Maintain accurate costing, sourcing, and purchasing records.
• Work closely with sales, operations, customer service, and suppliers to meet customer requirements.
• Utilize ERP systems, Excel, and reporting tools to analyze purchasing and inventory data.
• Assist with special projects related to procurement, sourcing, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Engineering, Finance, or related field preferred.
• Previous experience in purchasing, sourcing, procurement, costing, inventory planning, quoting, customer service, manufacturing, or supply chain operations preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial distribution, fasteners, or related industries is a plus.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Growth and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative team environment
• Training and professional development

Why Join Allesco?

At Allesco Industries, our employees are the foundation of our success. We are committed to developing talent, promoting from within, and providing opportunities for long-term career growth. Join a company where your ideas, initiative, and contributions make a direct impact.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Allesco Industries is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.