Procurement Specialist

AgUpdate; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Retirement 401(k) program

Vacation and holidays

Flexible spending accounts

Potential for tuition assistance

Employee assistance

Mental health/substance abuse program

Life insurance

Job summary

Super Radiator Coils is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement for assigned product lines, oversee daily ordering, vendor management, and strategic sourcing to meet production needs while controlling costs.

The role requires strong analytical capabilities, excellent negotiation and communication skills, and the ability to build strategic supplier partnerships that support operational excellence. Bachelor's degree preferred; ERP and MS Office skills required.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong accuracy.
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, or project management.
• ERP systems proficiency.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily ordering of assigned product lines.
• Manage vendors to meet reliability, quality, on-time delivery, and cost targets.
• Conduct quoting activities to support engineering projects and ensure competitive pricing.
• Coordinate with internal teams on material lead time and availability.
• Support onboarding and development of new suppliers for assigned product lines.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost savings.
• Drive process improvements in ordering, receiving, and invoicing workflows.
• Forecast material requirements based on production schedules.
• Participate in supplier audits and quality improvement initiatives.
• Year End Inventory – one mandatory Saturday per year.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Negotiation

Communication

Analytical thinking

Multitasking

Strategic thinking

Team player

Self-motivated

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Location

451 Southlake Blvd, Richmond, VA, 23236, United States

Compensation

Base Pay $69,000.00 - $75,000.00 / Year

Employee Type

Full Time

Minimum Experience

3 Years

Contact Information

Name Nicole Sherman

Description

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for managing procurement activities for assigned product lines, serving as the primary buyer and vendor relationship manager. This role oversees daily ordering, vendor management, and strategic sourcing to ensure materials are available to meet production schedules while maintaining cost effectiveness and quality standards. Key responsibilities include managing supplier performance, negotiating pricing and terms, conducting quoting activities to support engineering and production needs, and driving process improvements across the procurement lifecycle. The position requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and the capacity to build strategic vendor partnerships that support company growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee and participate in the daily ordering of assigned product lines
• Manage vendors to meet the standards of reliability, quality, on-time delivery, and cost through vendor performance KPIs and regular meetings
• Conduct quoting activities to support engineering projects and ensure suppliers provide SRC with competitive pricing
• Coordinate with internal teams on material lead time and availability
• Support onboarding and development of new suppliers for assigned product lines
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve cost savings
• Drive process improvements and efficiencies in ordering, receiving, and invoicing workflows
• Resolve purchase order discrepancies and supply chain disruptions proactively
• Forecast material requirements based on production schedules and demand planning
• Collaborate with Material Support Team on material flow and kitting processes
• Work with engineering and production teams to identify material specifications and requirements
• Assist in developing and implementing strategies for cost savings and value analysis
• Provide coverage for other buyers as necessary
• Participate in supplier audits and quality improvement initiatives
• Participate in Year End Inventory – one mandatory Saturday per year
• Develop deep product knowledge and expertise for assigned product lines
• Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships specific to product categories
• Analyze spending patterns and identify cost reduction opportunities
• Support new product introductions and material qualifications
• Monitor market conditions and trends affecting assigned product lines
• Participate in supplier capability assessments and development initiatives

Position Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with strong commitment to accuracy
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Self-motivated with ability to work independently
• Strategic thinker with tactical execution capabilities
• Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered
• Proficiency in ERP systems, Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, or project management
• Understanding of material planning and forecasting methods
• Positive and ambitious attitude
• Team player with collaborative mindset

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Retirement 401(k) program
• Vacation and holidays
• Flexible spending accounts
• Potential for tuition assistance
• Employee assistance
• Mental health/substance abuse program
• Life insurance
• and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Super Radiator Coils is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Aff... women, minorities, those with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply.

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Richmond- 451 Southlake Blvd. Richmond, VA 23236

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Contact Email

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