Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

Inventory & Purchasing SpecialistCompetitive Pay | Quarterly Bonus OpportunitiesBenefits:401K Company MatchPTO offered Immediately!HSA/FSAEmployee Free HealthcareVision & Dental plansEssential Functions & Job Responsibilities:Place and maintain purchase orders for the procurement and management of steel products.Negotiate and contracting with suppliers to ensure favorable pricing and terms.Continuously analyze market trends and customer demand to identify needs of inventory.Collaborate with the sales team to ensure proper supply is on hand for customer needs.Build strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to foster a collaborative and productive business partnership.Develop and present reports to the General Manager on purchasing & inventory levels.Additional Responsibilities:Ensure that all orders are placed in a timely manner and that all communications with mills and suppliers are clear and concise.Monitor the performance of mills and suppliers to ensure that they are meeting our quality standards and delivery requirements.Manage any issues or disputes that may arise with suppliers, working with cross-functional teams as necessary to find solutions.Submit claims to suppliers for non conforming products or services.Support/backup Quality processes with Quality manager.Provide inside support of IT systems with outside vendor and Corporate IT.Required Skills & Abilities:Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain productive business relationships.Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing strategic plans.Excellent analytical skills and the ability to use data to make informed decisions.Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.Experience managing and leading a team, preferably in a procurement or supply chain management setting.Strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve their goals.Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.Education and Experience:Bachelor's degree in business, or related field.Experience in the steel industry is preferred not expected.Physical Demands & Work Environment:Typical office environment.Work time sitting, working on computer, using keyboard, talking on the telephone. Bending, twisting, typing using fine motor skills, using hands and fingers up to 8 hours per day. Work time will also be spent communicating verbally and in writing.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.