Strategic Procurement Specialist

Steffes Solutions, LLC; Dickinson (ND); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Steffes Solutions, LLC seeks a committed procurement professional to manage end-to-end purchasing, supplier relations, and ERP data integrity in Dickinson, ND. You will drive cost efficiency, lead supplier negotiations, and support ECOs to ensure material availability for production and business operations.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Engineering, Sourcing, and internal stakeholders, while maintaining safety, quality, and timely delivery standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Operations Management or related field.
• Previous experience in a procurement role is preferred.
• Basic computer knowledge (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Internet).
• Intermediate math skills.
• Good written and verbal communication, math, reading, and spelling skills.
• OR An acceptable combination of education and experience

Responsibilities

• Execute purchase orders for goods and services in alignment with demand, planning signals, and company procedures.
• Review and confirm order acknowledgements for accuracy related to quantities, prices, and delivery dates.
• Manage open orders; coordinate with suppliers to adjust quantities and delivery schedules to support production requirements.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels to prevent production interruptions while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Monitor and support accuracy and integrity of ERP inputs and system values to ensure accurate purchasing of items.
• Responsible for reviewing and processing non-conformance claims against suppliers for unsatisfactory materials or equipment ensuring supplier root cause analysis and corrective action are appropriate and effective.
• Assist with selection and development of reliable suppliers, control of pricing, and quality of goods.
• Request quotations and secure bids for raw materials and supplies, in support of Sourcing team.
• Support negotiations related to pricing, lead times, terms, inventory ownership, quality, and transportation.
• Support and/or lead Procurement activities tied to Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), ensuring material availability, system accuracy, and supplier alignment.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Sourcing on product specifications and identification of alternate or substitute materials.
• Participate in ERP upgrades, system testing, and process enhancement initiatives as required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts, including LEAN initiatives, waste reduction, and process standardization.
• Support projects such as aged inventory disposition, systems maintenance, and Quality Management System (QMS) compliance activities
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and remote team members to support operational needs, including onsite coordination when required.
• Reduces overall costs while improving safety, quality, and delivery.
• Manages time effectively, strives to maximize efficiency, and finds ways to optimize resources.
• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating collaboratively with customers, suppliers, co-workers, and management.
• Helps company meet its Strategic, Quality and Safety objectives.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Math skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain or related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

ERP systems

Job description

Steffes Solutions, LLC seeks a committed procurement professional to manage end-to-end purchasing, supplier relations, and ERP data integrity in Dickinson, ND. You will drive cost efficiency, lead supplier negotiations, and support ECOs to ensure material availability for production and business operations.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Engineering, Sourcing, and internal stakeholders, while maintaining safety, quality, and timely delivery standards.