Strategic Procurement & Vendor Relations Lead

SUPER RADIATOR COILS - VIRGINIA; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Super Radiator Coils in Richmond, VA is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement for designated product lines. You will oversee daily ordering, vendor relations, and strategic sourcing to ensure materials meet production needs while controlling costs.

Strong analytical and negotiation skills are essential. The role requires 3+ years experience, ERP proficiency, and the ability to collaborate with engineering and production teams.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented with accuracy

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily ordering for assigned product lines
• Manage vendors to meet reliability, quality, and on-time delivery
• Conduct quoting to support engineering and production needs
• Coordinate material lead time and availability with internal teams
• Support onboarding of new suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts for cost savings
• Drive process improvements in ordering, receiving, and invoicing
• Resolve PO discrepancies and supply chain disruptions
• Forecast material requirements from production schedules
• Collaborate on material flow and kitting with the team
• Assist in cost savings strategies and value analysis
• Provide coverage for other buyers as needed
• Participate in supplier audits and quality improvements
• Year End Inventory coverage once per year on a Saturday
• Develop deep product knowledge for assigned lines
• Maintain supplier relationships and monitor market trends

Skills

Procurement

Vendor management

Negotiation

Forecasting

Analytical thinking

Communication

Independent work

Strategic sourcing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

Super Radiator Coils in Richmond, VA is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement for designated product lines. You will oversee daily ordering, vendor relations, and strategic sourcing to ensure materials meet production needs while controlling costs.

Strong analytical and negotiation skills are essential. The role requires 3+ years experience, ERP proficiency, and the ability to collaborate with engineering and production teams.