Procurement Specialist

Rulmeca Douglas Inc.; Pell City (AL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Rulmeca Douglas Inc. in Pell City, AL is seeking a Procurement Specialist to manage the full purchasing cycle, from PO creation to delivery, ensuring alignment with quality standards.

You will analyze pricing, evaluate suppliers, renegotiate terms, and collaborate with production, engineering, and finance to drive cost savings and continuous improvement. Candidates should have strong procurement knowledge and experience with ERP systems and MS Office, plus effective communication and attention

Qualifications

• Experience with procurement processes and Purchase Orders.
• Supplier evaluation and vendor management experience.
• Contract negotiation to secure favorable terms, pricing and service levels.
• Analytical skills to interpret data, compare quotations, and support cost improvements.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial supply chains is preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP or purchasing systems and Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end purchasing process including preparing and processing purchase orders.
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely delivery of materials and components.
• Evaluate and select suppliers, support contract negotiations, and maintain procurement records.
• Analyze pricing and market trends, collaborating with production, engineering, and finance teams.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety.
• Resolve supplier issues and maintain strong vendor relationships.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Supplier evaluation

Contract negotiation

Analytical skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in business or supply chain

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Company Description

Rulmeca Douglas Inc. is part of the global Rulmeca Group, a leading designer and manufacturer of premium conveyor components that support key industrial sectors worldwide. With more than 1,300 team members across 18 manufacturing and sales companies, Rulmeca serves customers in over 85 countries. The company is dedicated to improving efficiency, safety, and profitability through high-performance conveyor solutions. Rulmeca Douglas Inc. emphasizes engineering excellence, reliable manufacturing, and some of the fastest lead times in the industry to help build and support critical infrastructure.

Role Description

The Procurement Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in Pell City, AL. This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end purchasing process, including preparing and processing purchase orders, monitoring inventory levels, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and components. The Procurement Specialist will evaluate and select suppliers, support contract negotiations, and maintain accurate procurement records in alignment with company policies and quality standards. Daily activities include analyzing pricing and market trends, collaborating with production, engineering, and finance teams, and identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or safety. The role also involves resolving supplier issues, maintaining strong vendor relationships, and contributing to continuous improvement in procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Candidates should possess strong procurement knowledge, including experience with Procurement processes and Purchase Orders.
• Candidates should possess skills in Supplier Evaluation and vendor management to assess performance, quality, and reliability.
• Candidates should possess abilities in Contract Negotiation to secure favorable terms, pricing, and service levels.
• Candidates should possess solid Analytical Skills to interpret data, compare quotations, and support cost and efficiency improvements.
• Experience in manufacturing or industrial supply chains is preferred.
• Proficiency with ERP or purchasing systems and Microsoft Office tools is beneficial.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience in procurement.