Strategic Steel Purchasing Lead

Schuff Steel Co.; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Schuff Steel Co. in Phoenix seeks a Purchasing Agent to secure steel materials, manage supplier relationships, and coordinate with production to ensure timely deliveries. The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, cost controls, and adherence to ASTM standards to maintain uninterrupted fabrication.

The ideal candidate brings purchasing expertise in steel fabrication, strong negotiation skills, and experience with ERP/MRP systems to optimize procurement and logistics across projects.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years directly related purchasing experience in steel fabrication.

Responsibilities

• Procurement and supplier management to source materials.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier relationships.
• Monitor supplier performance and implement cost controls.
• Process purchase orders accurately and on time.
• Coordinate with project management, production planning, and field teams.
• Forecast demand and implement JIT strategies when suitable.
• Track shipments, schedule deliveries, and resolve delays.
• Ensure material quality including MTRs and compliance with ASTM standards.
• Develop backup suppliers to mitigate disruption.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Procurement

Forecasting

Contract management

ERP/MRP systems

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

Oracle

Job description

Schuff Steel Co. in Phoenix seeks a Purchasing Agent to secure steel materials, manage supplier relationships, and coordinate with production to ensure timely deliveries. The role emphasizes strategic sourcing, cost controls, and adherence to ASTM standards to maintain uninterrupted fabrication.

The ideal candidate brings purchasing expertise in steel fabrication, strong negotiation skills, and experience with ERP/MRP systems to optimize procurement and logistics across projects.