Strategic Purchasing Agent - Metals & MRO Sourcing

GH Metal Solutions, Inc.; Fort Payne (AL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

GH Metal Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Agent to research, evaluate, and procure raw materials, hardware, outsourced services, and MRO supplies to safely manufacture our customers’ products on schedule, within quality standards and cost objectives.

The ideal candidate is analytical with familiarity in steel fabrication and will collaborate with suppliers and IT/production teams to forecast demand, optimize inventory, and drive cost reductions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 7+ years in operations, engineering, or metal forming/manufacturing.
• High-level understanding of metal fabrication and stamping processes.
• Production or leadership experience required.
• Experience with MIE Trak or similar ERP software, including implementation.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with effective time management and follow-up.

Responsibilities

• Research, evaluate and procure products and services to meet operational needs.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal teams to optimize inventory and forecast demand.
• Establish stocking levels and blanket PO's based on firm and forecasted demand.
• Coordinate deliveries to minimize cost and maintain schedules.
• Address rejections or claims promptly and drive cost reduction and productivity.
• Support IT solutions for better demand analysis and forecasting.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Operations/Engineering/Business or related field

Tools

MIE Trak ERP

Job description

GH Metal Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Agent to research, evaluate, and procure raw materials, hardware, outsourced services, and MRO supplies to safely manufacture our customers’ products on schedule, within quality standards and cost objectives.

The ideal candidate is analytical with familiarity in steel fabrication and will collaborate with suppliers and IT/production teams to forecast demand, optimize inventory, and drive cost reductions.