Procurement Specialist

FactoryFix; Town of Grantsburg (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

FactoryFix in Grantsburg, WI is seeking a Procurement Specialist I to support our manufacturing operations by sourcing quality materials and services at optimal prices. You will request quotes, negotiate terms, manage purchase orders, and help ensure on-time delivery to meet production schedules.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, 5 years purchasing experience in manufacturing, strong negotiation and communication skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office and procurement

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• 5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Request quotes for items in MRP or requested by Engineering or other Depts.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors to ensure favorable terms and conditions.
• Manage purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Knowledge of MRP systems.
• Process purchase orders as required to achieve production schedules.
• Resolve issues with delivery, pricing, invoicing and quality.
• Perform other tasks as required to support the needs of the business.

Skills

Negotiation

Communication

Data analysis

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

procurement software

MES

MRP systems

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Procurement Specialist I to join our team in Grantsburg, WI. In this role, you will play a crucial part in our supply chain operations, ensuring that we procure high-quality materials and services at the best possible prices. If you have a knack for negotiation and a passion for optimizing procurement processes, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Request quotes for items in MRP or requested by Engineering or other Depts
• Negotiate contracts and pricing with vendors to ensure favorable terms and conditions.
• Manage purchase orders and ensure timely delivery of goods and services.
• Knowledge of MRP systems.
• Process purchase orders as required to achieve production schedules.
• Resolve issues with delivery, pricing, invoicing and quality.
• Perform other tasks as required to support the needs of the business.

Qualifications

• High school graduate.
• 5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and procurement software.
• Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

This position works a 9/80 work schedule, with alternating Fridays off. 26 more days off during the year!

You should be proficient in:

• Sourcing and Procurement Experience
• AS9100 Experience

Machines & technologies you'll use:

• Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES)