Procurement Specialist

ELGI Equipments Ltd; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ELGi Compressors USA, Inc. is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support operations by fulfilling parts orders, preparing quotes for parts and accessories, coordinating shipping/receiving, and managing inventory.

You will plan and enter POs via MRP, nurture supplier relationships, and help implement procurement procedures for efficiency gains. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's in business or supply chain, 2+ years in procurement, and strong Excel skills, with experience in Infor ERP LN or

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain or related field.
• 2+ years in procurement/buying, ideally in industrial/warehouse settings.
• Experience with manufacturing or industrial supply chain.
• Strong vendor relationship management and inquiry support (lead times, ship dates, availability).
• Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUP, Pivot tables).
• Experience with Infor ERP LN or SAP ERP systems.
• Experience entering and processing a high volume of purchase orders.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and enter purchase orders via MRP and warehousing processes.
• Manage vendor relationships and liaise between internal stakeholders and suppliers.
• Formalize procurement procedures for continuous process improvement.
• Research and vet vendors/parts; advise on cost and quality alternatives.
• Negotiate costs and ensure spending aligns with organizational goals.
• Own inventory processes, including cycle counts and ERP pricing accuracy.
• Assist in shipping/receiving tasks as needed and coordinate communication with internal teams.

Skills

Vendor management

Advanced Excel

Inventory management

Customer-facing communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration / Supply Chain Management or related field

Tools

Infor ERP LN

SAP ERP

Job description

About Us

Established in 1960, ELGi is a global compressed air solutions provider with over two million customers across 100 countries. With over 400 products and accessories, ELGi aims to provide the lowest ownership cost experience supported by responsive service. Our brand goal of being "Always Better" for our employees, customers, investors, suppliers, distributors, and societies serves as the backbone for our aspiration to be the preferred compressed air partner. As we approach our business goals, we aim to become the employer of choice.

About the Opportunity

The Procurement Specialist is responsible for supporting operations through the fulfillment of parts orders, preparation of quotes for parts and accessories, coordination of shipping and receiving activities, and inventory management.

As a Procurement Specialist, you will:

• Plan, create, and enter company purchase orders via MRP order process and warehousing orders,
• Manage strong vendor relationships and provide liaison services between internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Formalize strategic planning and procurement procedures for continuous process improvement
• Research and vet ideal vendors and parts/lines; advise cost effectivity and best quality alternatives as necessary
• Negotiate cost and ensure spending aligns with organizational goals
• Own the inventory process, including stock level/inventory cycle count, vendor pricing and ERP pricing accuracy
• Assist as needed in shipping and receiving tasks, unloading, staging, etc.
• Maintain open, clear line of communication with internal customer/stakeholders (Customer Service team, Sales team, Service team) on inventory procurement/delivery/availability.

About You

The Procurement Specialist opportunity may be a match for you if you have the following preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field
• 2+ years' experience in material procurement/buying or similar position, preferably in an industrial, distribution, or warehouse setting
• Background in Manufacturing or Industrial Supply Chain
• Strong experience in a customer-facing role with providing inquiry assistance (parts research, lead time/expected ship dates, inventory availability, etc.)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel ability (VLOOKUP, Pivot tables)
• Proficient in Infor ERP LN or equivalent SAP ERP/inventory management system
• Experience entering and processing a high volume of purchase orders with a wide variety of parts/products

If you are a hardworking individual with a desire to work in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply for this position. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.

ELGi Compressors USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity, Affidivate Action employer. We administer all employment practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.