Strategic Parts Procurement & Inventory Optimization Lead

Vandalia Rental; Vandalia (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match up to 6%

Annual salary $80,000+

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and AD&D policy

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Vandalia Rental is seeking a Procurement Specialist – Parts to optimize parts sourcing across branches and service teams. You will own procurement processes, act as a SmartEquip expert, and drive improvements in inventory strategy, supplier performance, and freight costs to keep equipment ready for customers.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with operations, accounting, and vendors, with a competitive compensation package and benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a supply chain related field.
• 5+ years of procurement or inventory management experience.
• Experience with ERP or procurement software.
• Vendor negotiation and supplier relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Own parts procurement processes and optimize purchasing with SmartEquip.
• Analyze inventory levels, usage, turns, and reorder points.
• Develop supplier scorecards and manage vendor relationships.
• Identify cost and freight savings without sacrificing availability.
• Collaborate with branches, service teams, and accounting to improve workflows.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Vendor negotiation

Communication skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management / related field

Tools

SmartEquip

ERP software

MS Excel

Job description

Vandalia Rental is seeking a Procurement Specialist – Parts to optimize parts sourcing across branches and service teams. You will own procurement processes, act as a SmartEquip expert, and drive improvements in inventory strategy, supplier performance, and freight costs to keep equipment ready for customers.

The role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration with operations, accounting, and vendors, with a competitive compensation package and benefits.