Steel Procurement Specialist

You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part the places where we live, work and play – all day, everyday.Zekelman is a family of companies — 100% domestic manufacturers — with a legacy dating back to 1877. We’re proud to be the largest independent steel pipe and tube manufacturer in North America and the leading innovator in multi-family housing development.We believe in what we build and what we build, builds the world around us. Hospitals, hotels, schools, bridges, airports and more.Come build a career you believe in.About the RoleAs a Steel Procurement Specialist at Atlas Tube Zekelman Industries, you will support the procurement of steel materials to ensure consistent production flow and alignment with customer demand. This role plays a critical part in maintaining optimal inventory levels, coordinating with suppliers, and supporting production scheduling through accurate and timely purchasing activities.You will collaborate closely with Procurement, Production Planning, Sales, and suppliers to ensure materials are available when needed and procurement processes run efficiently.This role is ideal for a detail-oriented, analytical professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys coordinating across teams to support operational success.What You’ll DoAssist in purchasing steel coils from approved suppliers while maintaining inventory levels aligned with production schedules and customer requirements.Prepare and process steel purchase orders with accuracy, ensuring pricing, quantities, and delivery details are correct.Maintain communication with suppliers and subcontract vendors regarding orders, lead times, delivery schedules, and documentation.Monitor inventory levels and production schedules daily to ensure sufficient material availability for mill operations.Support production planners by coordinating material availability for mill and slitting schedules.Review customer orders against available materials and production capacity and escalate issues with recommended solutions.Provide Sales teams with accurate material availability and lead time information to support customer commitments.Track and control inventory levels, including reconciliation, transaction accuracy, and reporting.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement activities with operational goals.Maintain accurate procurement data, pricing updates, and vendor records in SAP.Perform other duties as assigned.Who You Are2+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or a manufacturing environment, preferably within steel or metals.Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field preferred, or equivalent experience.Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Working knowledge of SAP and procurement systems.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel.Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, production-driven environment.Ability to maintain regular, full-time, predictable onsite attendance.What You’ll GetZekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, loyalty awards, and much more:Competitive CompensationBonus Plan & Profit-Sharing Opportunities401(k) with Company MatchComprehensive Health, Dental & Vision InsuranceTuition Assistance ProgramPaid Vacation & HolidaysEmployee Loyalty AwardsCompensation & BenefitsBelow is the expected base salary range for this position. This is a good-faith estimate, and offers will be determined based on experience, education, skill set, and interview performance.Base Salary Range: $60K - $85KZekelman Industries offers competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including low-cost, high-quality medical and dental benefits. In addition, we have an amazing tuition assistance program, a bonus plan, a 401(k) plan with a generous company match, immediate vesting, and much more.M/F/D/VWe are Zekelman Industries.We manufacture superior quality tubular and related products, and provide outstanding service for our valued customers.We seek to continuously advance the skills and opportunities of our employees, utilizing the latest technology and management tools available to consistently increase profitability and the enterprise value of Zekelman Industries and of our customers. #J-18808-Ljbffr Atlas Tube (Chicago), LLC