Strategic Procurement 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

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.