Senior Procurement Specialist - Industrial Supply Chain

Senior Procurement Specialist - Industrial Supply Chain

5+ years of experience to procure industrial raw materials, mechanical, and electrical components are requirements to be considered

Base pay is $90,000

Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential for this role

Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder

No remote as this is an on-site position

Full-time, permanent, W-2 employee

Full benefits, including a 401(k) with a match and profit sharing

Located in the Richfield, Wisconsin area

This full-time, permanent Senior Procurement Specialist - Industrial Supply Chain career opportunity is at a stable, family-owned industrial manufacturer recognized as a leader in its field. The company has a strong reputation for valuing its employees, fostering a collaborative and hands-on work environment, and maintaining a culture of quality and integrity. With a history of excellence and a focus on building long-term relationships with both customers and employees, this is an ideal place to grow your career. The work is challenging and diverse, ensuring you are a key part of the entire production process.

The duties and responsibilities should be as follows :

Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for a variety of raw materials, components, and services, ensuring materials arrive on schedule to meet production timelines

Negotiate pricing and establish relationships with suppliers to secure the best possible purchase price, quality, and delivery

Analyze daily material requirements from production schedules and requisitions, converting them into purchase orders

Strategically locate and investigate alternative suppliers for bid comparison and delivery requirements

Coordinate the handling of all RMAs and assist in resolving shipping and invoice issues

Participate in weekly production meetings to address any special purchasing or expediting needs

The background of the successful candidate must include the following :

5+ years of experience in a purchasing role within a manufacturing or fabrication environment

Proven ability to negotiate pricing and gather bids for both routine and high-value purchases

Experience with procuring various materials, including steel (sheet, tubing, structural), pumps, actuators, and electrical components

A solid understanding of inventory control and experience using ERP or custom purchasing software

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

A solid work history

Being a US citizen or green card holder

Having a residence within a 45-minute drive