Purchasing Specialist

Elliott Equipment Company; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Elliott Equipment Company in Omaha, NE is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to manage the procurement of materials and services, ensure timely delivery, and uphold quality standards to support production schedules.

You will source suppliers, negotiate contracts, and monitor supplier performance, collaborating with Manufacturing, Engineering, Finance, and Production Control to drive cost savings and continuous improvement for critical infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred.
• 2-4 years of related experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and analytical skills required.
• Proficiency with inventory planning tools and MS Office.
• Ability to work in a team and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Initiates purchase orders for materials, services, and tools.
• Coordinates with Design and Manufacturing Engineering for timely sourcing.
• Negotiates pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Assesses supplier capabilities and conducts supplier visits.
• Monitors supplier performance and coordinates cost savings initiatives.
• Supports projects and continuous improvement processes.
• Executes special tasks as assigned.
• Maintains alignment with production schedules and quality standards.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Inventory planning tools

Team collaboration

Self-motivated

Detail-oriented

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Inventory planning tools

Job description

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Elliott Equipment designs and manufactures truck-mounted aerial work platforms, boom truck cranes, and digger derricks that help crews work safer and more efficiently across utility, sign & lighting, construction, and governmental markets. With over 75 years of innovation, we are known for purpose-built equipment and long-term reliability.

As part of Stellar Industries, Elliott is proud to be a 100% employee-owned company. That ownership mindset drives our culture, our quality, and our commitment to continuous improvement.

What you can expect at Elliott:

• Meaningful work supporting critical infrastructure
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• A lean, continuous-improvement environment
• Competitive pay and strong benefits

Build your career where ownership, pride, and performance come standard!

PURCHASING SPECIALIST

OVERALL SUMMARY

The Purchasing Specialist is responsible for the procurement of goods and services to meet the company’s operational needs, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to quality standards. This role includes sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, and managing inventory levels to align with production schedules and company requirements. The Purchasing Specialist works closely with cross-functional teams such as Manufacturing, Engineering, Finance, and Production Control to ensure efficient supply chain operations and support organizational goals.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Initiates purchase orders for materials, services, and special tools.
• Maintains close coordination with Design and Manufacturing Engineering to ensure timely execution of product and services sourcing activities.
• Secures and analyzes quotations and negotiates pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Interviews and confers with current and prospective suppliers to determine supply capabilities.
• Follow department processes to monitor and develop suppliers.
• Visits current and potential suppliers’ facilities to qualify them as sources.
• Participates in projects and continuous improvement processes.
• Executes cost savings initiatives to meet annual cost savings goals.
• Complete special projects, assignments, and other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain or related field preferred
• 2-4 years of related experience preferred.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent presentation, written, and oral communication skills.
• Superior analytical, planning, and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to comprehend and use advanced inventory planning tools.
• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Office programs.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Self-starter with the ability to work independently.
• Detail-oriented.
• Ability to meet timelines and prioritize work requirements.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Individuals must be able to meet these physical requirements or be able to demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Must be able to read and write reports, memos, and other miscellaneous written correspondence and view computer screen.
• Must be able to communicate verbally with callers, visitors and co-workers.
• Must be able to sit continuously.
• Must be able to finger, grasp and feel continuously.
• Must be able to stoop and bend occasionally.
• Must be able to walk and stand occasionally.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Typical office working conditions. Occasionally exposed to heat/cold, dust, noise, and welding fumes when working in plant.

Elliott Equipment Company is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, genetics, marital status, disability, veteran’s status, gender identity, sexual orientation or any other characteristics protected by law. All persons will be considered for employment based on their qualifications.