Purchasing Tech - McCalla, AL

Gestamp Automoción S.A.; McCalla (AL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Gestamp Automoción S.A. in McCalla, Alabama is looking for a Purchasing Assistant to support sourcing, purchasing, and compliance activities. The candidate should possess an Associate or Bachelor's degree in Business or related fields and have up to 2 years of experience. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and tools like SAP is expected. Key responsibilities include creating purchase requisitions, maintaining vendor data, and coordinating with internal departments. Gestamp is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of purchasing or administrative experience.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerBI, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sourcing and purchasing materials and services based on business needs.
• Create and update purchase requisitions and orders in SAP and ARIBA.
• Maintain vendor and material master data in purchasing systems.
• Support Buyers in preparing RFQs and analyzing quotations.
• Communicate with suppliers to obtain pricing and lead times.

Skills

Microsoft Office (PowerBI, Excel, Word)

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering

Tools

SAP

ARIBA

Job description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in sourcing and purchasing materials, equipment, services and supplies based on business needs.
• Create and update purchase requisitions and purchase orders in SAP and ARIBA.
• Maintain vendor and material master data in purchasing systems.
• Assist with supplier onboarding, documentation, and compliance checks.
• Support Buyers in preparing RFQs and analyzing quotations.
• Track deliveries and coordinate with internal departments to resolve discrepancies.
• Communicate with suppliers to obtain pricing, lead times, and order status updates.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and supplier performance.
• Provide administrative support including filing, documentation for audits, and reporting.
• Participate in cost‑saving initiatives by monitoring price trends and identifying opportunities.
• Send issued purchase orders to specified suppliers.
• Set‑up MRO part numbers in SAP database.
• Help resolve issues related to delayed shipments, damaged goods, or supplier errors.
• Work closely with internal departments (production, finance, maintenance, MRO warehouse) to align purchasing with demand.
• Stay up to date on market trends and product availability.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering or related field preferred.
• 0–2 years of purchasing or administrative experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerBI, Excel, Word, etc.).
• Strong organizational and detail‑orientation skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE POSITION

• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Must be able to work in an office environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• The ability to concentrate on a task over a period without being distracted.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and seek to hire the best candidate regardless of age, beliefs, disability, ethnicity, gender or sexual orientation.