Procurement Specialist/Buyer

Phase Technologies LLC; Rapid City (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary: DOE

Paid time off (12+ days)

Paid Holidays (8 days)

Health Insurance (multiple plans)

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Savings Account

Health Savings Account

401K Matching Retirement

Job summary

Phase Technologies LLC is seeking a Procurement Specialist to ensure we have materials and components when needed for our motor controls production. You will work with suppliers, manage purchasing, monitor material needs, and help resolve issues that could impact manufacturing.

This on-site role requires strong collaboration with suppliers and internal teams, efficient use of MRP/ERP systems, and solid Excel/Outlook skills while supporting continuous improvement in purchasing processes.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or materials planning in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience working with an MRP/ERP system is preferred.
• Education: a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related field is a plus, but relevant work experience will also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Purchase electronic and mechanical components, fabricated parts, PCBs, hardware, MRO items, and other materials using the MRP system.
• Obtain and compare supplier quotes to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and source services as needed.
• Monitor MRP demand and issue purchase orders based on current needs; manage pricing and lead times for quotes.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our team at a motor controls company. In this role, you will help make sure we have the materials and components we need, when we need them. You will work with suppliers, manage purchasing, monitor material needs, and help resolve issues that could affect production. THIS IS NOT A REMOTE POSITION.

Responsibilities

Purchasing & Supplier Management

• Purchase electronic and mechanical components, fabricated parts, printed circuit boards, hardware, MRO items, and other materials using our MRP system.
• Obtain and compare supplier quotes to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and delivery.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers.
• Source services and other items as needed.

Planning & Purchase Orders

• Monitor MRP demand and exception reports and place purchase orders based on current needs.
• Prepare pricing and lead-time information for customer quotes.
• Create, review, and maintain accurate purchase orders and purchasing information.
• Track open orders and work with suppliers to keep deliveries on schedule.

Materials & Problem Solving

• Identify and address material shortages before they impact production.
• Expedite late or urgent orders when needed.
• Work with suppliers and our quality team to resolve issues with defective or unacceptable materials.
• Resolve pricing, quantity, and delivery discrepancies with suppliers and accounting.
• Work with other departments to help keep materials available and production moving.

• Research components, suppliers, and alternatives based on price, availability, quality, and demand.
• Support purchasing and supply chain projects and process improvements as needed.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, materials planning, or a related manufacturing role.
• Experience working with an MRP or ERP system is preferred.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and Outlook.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Able to work well with suppliers and other departments.
• Good problem-solving and negotiation skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Education: A bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field is a plus, but relevant work experience will also be considered.

Benefits

• Salary: DOE
• Paid time off (12+ days for the first year)
• Paid Holidays (8 days)
• Health Insurance (multiple plans available)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Savings Account
• Health Savings Account
• 401K Matching Retirement

Join our team and be part of the future of power electronics!

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States at the time of application.