Procurement Specialist

Our client, a leading manufacturer is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join their team. As a Procurement Specialist, you will be part of the Procurement & Supply Chain function supporting cross-functional teams across Production, Engineering, Warehouse, and Sales. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, a detail-oriented mindset, and the ability to manage changing priorities, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Procurement Specialist

Location: Pell City, AL

Pay Range: $26.44 per hour

Shift: Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM

What's the Job?

• Source and evaluate suppliers; request and compare quotations based on price, quality, availability, and delivery.
• Negotiate material costs, purchasing terms, and delivery commitments in accordance with company approvals.
• Create, issue, and maintain purchase orders in D365; track confirmations, open orders, and overdue deliveries.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve pricing or delivery discrepancies, and identify alternate sources and cost-saving opportunities.
• Coordinate purchasing priorities and material requirements with Production, Engineering, Warehouse, Sales, and other departments to support timely decisions.

What's Needed?

• High school diploma or GED required; bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
• Three years of relevant procurement, purchasing, inventory, or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Experience with D365, Microsoft AX, or similar ERP systems; proficiency with Microsoft Office preferred.
• Strong negotiation, communication, organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage changing priorities and support production needs with accurate, timely information.

What's in it for me?

• Work Monday through Friday with a consistent schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
• Use D365 to own purchasing documentation, purchase orders, and supplier-related records.
• Make an impact by improving supplier performance, resolving discrepancies, and supporting cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate across departments to help prevent shortages and keep production moving.
• Contribute to inventory accuracy through cycle counts, inventory audits, monthly steel counts, scrap reporting, and authorized inventory adjustments.

Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

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