Procurement Specialist

NGC Transmission Equipment (America), Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing firm is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Fort Worth, Texas. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in procurement, specifically in a manufacturing setting. Responsibilities include developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier performance, and ensuring compliance with company procurement policies. A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or a related field is preferred. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with ERP systems are key requirements. Fluent Mandarin is a plus.

Qualifications

• At least three (3) years of experience as a procurement specialist in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of equipment structure and functions required.
• Experience with procurement software solutions is a must.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement activities ensuring compliance with production requirements.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance against set criteria.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team building

Fluent in Mandarin

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP system

Job description

Work Location: Fort Worth, Texas

Job Type: Full-time

EMPLOYEE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This person will coordinate the completion of procurement activities to ensure consistent compliance with production/sales requirements. Responsibilities include:

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for assigned commodities.
• Identify, evaluate and recommend qualified suppliers based on cost, quality, and delivery performance.
• Support cost reduction initiatives and achieve annual cost saving targets.
• Conduct supplier negotiation for both standard and non-standard items.
• Monitor and evaluate supplier performance (delivery, quality...)
• Develop and manage material replenishment plans based on production schedules and inventory levels.
• Generate and track purchase order based on the materials planning.
• Process and execute purchase orders in accordance with company policy
• Ensure procurement specifications, drawings, and supplemental info is properly transmitted to suppliers
• Manage price updates and maintain price accuracy in ERP and OA system.
• Support purchase requisition processing and payment coordination.
• Maintain accurate procurement data and system records. (ERP, OA, other internal systems).
• Process internal purchase requisition from OA system and complete the online or invoice payment
• Other procurement related tasks from manager.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least three (3) years of experience as a procurement specialist in the manufacturing area is required.
• Additional Experience of mechanical equipment parts procurement desired.
• Strong knowledge of the equipment structure and functions.
• Familiar with ERP system, basic project management.
• Experience utilizing and implementing procurement software solutions.
• Understand the industry, mechanical standard, ISO, DIN or US standard.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Impeccable negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft® Office, and other internal programs.
• Must be organized and systematic; able to process multi-task and be a team builder.
• Fluent in Mandarin is a plus.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent experience, preferably in Supply Chain, Material Management, Business Administration or related field from an Accredited Institution.