Strategic Procurement Specialist | Manufacturing

Malco Products Inc.; Barberton (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Malco Products Inc. seeks a Purchasing Specialist in Barberton, OH to assist the Materials Manager in purchasing, planning, and inventory control. You will manage supplier lead-times, maintain stock levels, and process requisitions while building strong vendor partnerships.

The role requires functional communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure in a manufacturing setting. Bachelor’s or Associate degree with experience is preferred, with a path toward increased

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a buyer, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with purchasing procedures and documentation requirements.
• Experience with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Dynamics AX preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with sales representatives, in person or through written communication.
• Ability to assimilate information and make decisions under pressure in a detailed, organized manner.
• Willingness to pursue certification in Purchasing Management (e.g., CPM, CPSM) or Production and Inventory Management (e.g., CPIM) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Place purchase orders in a timely manner based on supplier lead-times and confirm receipt of purchase orders by suppliers.
• Maintain inventory stock levels set by management and replenish those levels based on historical movement, forecast data, and promotional activities.
• Process requisitions for supplies, research products, clarify specifications, and document competitive bidding.
• Build and maintain vendor relationships to achieve collaborative partnerships.
• Research and select vendors, evaluate vendor performance, and source orders as directed.
• Search alternate vendors during shortages or stockouts.
• Support supplier negotiations by gathering quotes, comparing pricing, and preparing supporting analysis.
• Follow up on back orders, expedite delivery, and arrange delivery as needed.
• Communicate expected delivery dates to affected departments.
• Track supplier delivery and quality performance and escalate issues.
• Maintain pricing and vendor information in ERP to ensure accuracy.
• Manage discrepancies between purchased price and invoiced cost with suppliers and accounting.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities without compromising quality.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes
• Participate in Quality Improvement Team (QIT) and support others
• Follow Malco’s Quality Policy and related procedures

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Decision-making under pressure

Organization

Eagerness to learn

Vendor relations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management

Associate Degree + commensurate experience

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics AX

Microsoft Office

Job description

Malco Products Inc. seeks a Purchasing Specialist in Barberton, OH to assist the Materials Manager in purchasing, planning, and inventory control. You will manage supplier lead-times, maintain stock levels, and process requisitions while building strong vendor partnerships.

The role requires functional communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure in a manufacturing setting. Bachelor’s or Associate degree with experience is preferred, with a path toward increased