Purchasing Specialist

Future Metals LLCAs a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.Position SummaryThe Purchasing Specialist supports purchasing and supply chain activities across Future Metals and Orkal Industries. This position assists with purchasing, sourcing, quoting, purchase order management, vendor follow-up, and administrative support to help ensure accurate and timely fulfillment of customer and operational requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport requests for quotations and obtain pricing, quantities, lead times, and other supplier information.Create purchase orders and amendments based on requirements from the Purchasing and Sales teams.Request and monitor vendor order status and communicate updates that may impact customer delivery or satisfaction.Obtain and review supplier order acknowledgments, identify discrepancies, and maintain accurate purchase order information.Maintain current shipping dates and other pertinent PO information and ensure acknowledgments and change orders align with purchasing records.Expedite open purchase orders and follow up with suppliers regarding late or delayed deliveries.Assist with vendor quote requests, sourcing activities, and vendor management.Maintain purchasing documentation and supporting PO records in the appropriate electronic systems and files.Update purchasing reports, sourcing information, and the Purchasing SharePoint library as needed.Support product code creation, approval, reactivation, and related purchasing records.Assist with supplier performance monitoring and quarterly/yearly vendor reviews.Coordinate with Quality on nonconforming material, supplier returns, freight claims, RMAs, and replacement material.Resolve invoice discrepancies and assist with approvals in coordination with Accounting.Respond to Purchasing and Sales inquiries and prioritize issues requiring timely resolution.Provide general purchasing and supply chain administrative support for Future Metals and Orkal Industries.QualificationsAssociate degree preferred.Previous purchasing, supply chain, or related administrative experience preferred.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Strong attention to detail and accuracy.Excellent organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft 365, including Outlook and Teams.Ability to work effectively with internal departments, suppliers, and other external stakeholders.Positive, productive, and collaborative approach to work.Pay Range:44,800.00 - 67,200.00We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to View email address on click.appcast.io, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.SummaryLocation: Tamarac, FL; Cypress, CAType: Full time