Procurement Specialist

Winzer Corporation; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Winzer Corporation is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Plano, TX. You will manage inventory levels, purchase MRO and OEM fasteners, and drive vendor performance to optimize fill rates and turns.

The role requires 2+ years in purchasing, knowledge of regulations, and strong communication. You will work with the Product Manager and suppliers to balance costs and delivery performance.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; some college preferred.
• 2+ years related purchasing experience.
• Experience in purchasing fasteners desirable.
• Knowledge of federal government purchasing regulations desirable.

Responsibilities

• Run essential reports pertaining to stocking levels of assigned products.
• Review and adjust purchasing variables/planning records for stocked inventory to maximize KPI metrics (turns, fill rates).
• Build and issue purchase orders to sources; negotiate to drive bottom-line profits.
• Review and expedite ordered products to ensure timely delivery.
• Establish and maintain vendor databases; respond to pricing discrepancies.
• Review and drive vendor performance regarding price, lead time, information and shipping accuracy.
• Work with Product Manager to manage cost of goods and negotiate price changes.
• Monitor obsolete inventory and initiate vendor returns.
• Collaborate with vendor inside sales to address increases and cost control.
• Maintain set inventory levels and propose solutions to achieve targets.

Skills

Inventory control

Vendor management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Some college coursework completed

2+ years related experience

Job description

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Procurement Specialist

Full-time Regular Professionals Plano, TX, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1381

SUMMARY:

Responsible for keeping appropriate levels of inventory on hand ensuring the company goals of fill-rate, inventory turns, and obsolescence are met. Responsible for purchasing MRO and OEM fasteners and supplies. Accountable for obsolescence reporting and minimization. Responsible for driving vendor performance with regard to price accuracy, lead time, information, and shipping accuracy. The primary focus will be to maintain a good working balance between fill rate, inventory level, turns, and transfers.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Prefer some college coursework completed.
• 2+ years of related experience. Experience in purchasing fasteners is highly desirable.
• Knowledge of federal government purchasing regulations is highly desirable.

SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE/ABILITIES:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail oriented
• Good analytical skills

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Run essential reports pertaining to stocking levels of assigned products.
• Review and adjust purchasing variables/planning records for stocked inventory to maximize the key performance metrics of inventory turns and fill rates.
• Build and issue purchase orders to the appropriate sources, while making sound buying decisions driving bottom-line profits.
• Review and expedite ordered products to ensure timely delivery.
• Establish and maintain vendor databases.
• Review and respond to receiving and pricing discrepancies.
• Review and drive vendor performance with regard to price, lead time, information, and shipping accuracy.
• Works alongside the Product Manager to manage the cost of goods and negotiate vendor price increases/decreases.
• Monitors obsolete inventory and initiates vendor returns.
• Report increased information and work with vendor inside sales to hold or reduce said increases.
• Responsible for managing set inventory levels and proposing solutions to achieve said levels.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Other duties as assigned by the Manager.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to efficiently use a personal computer equipped with standard keyboard and mouse.
• Ability to communicate in English to locate, read, and report information and communicate with employees, vendors, etc.

Winzer Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.