Procurement Project Specialist II

Solstice Advanced Materials•Spokane, WA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is responsible for the purchasing and inventory management of indirect materials and MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations) supplies in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. The position works closely with maintenance, operations, and production teams to ensure materials are available when needed while maintaining accurate inventory levels and strong supplier relationships. This role requires frequent direct interaction and follow-up with suppliers to support uninterrupted plant operations.

Requirements

Purchasing and inventory management of indirect materials and MRO supplies
Experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Ability to work closely with maintenance, operations, and production teams
Frequent direct interaction and follow-up with suppliers
Strong supplier relationship management skills
Ability to maintain accurate inventory levels
Proactive follow-up on open orders
Ability to resolve shortages or discrepancies
Support sourcing activities
Identify opportunities for cost savings and supplier consolidation
Monitor min/max levels, reorder points, and usage trends
Conduct cycle counts and assist with physical inventory activities
Anticipate upcoming material needs
Ensure proper storage, labeling, and organization of inventory
Act as a primary purchasing contact
Respond quickly to urgent material needs
Troubleshoot supply issues and provide solutions
Support continuous improvement efforts

Responsibilities

Procure MRO and indirect materials such as maintenance parts, tools, consumables, and operating supplies
Create, review, and manage purchase orders in alignment with plant needs and budget guidelines
Maintain frequent communication with suppliers regarding pricing, availability, lead times, expediting, and delivery issues
Follow up proactively on open orders to ensure on-time delivery and resolve shortages or discrepancies
Support sourcing activities and identify opportunities for cost savings and supplier consolidation
Maintain accurate plant inventory levels to support production and maintenance requirements
Monitor min/max levels, reorder points, and usage trends to prevent stockouts or excess inventory
Conduct cycle counts and assists with physical inventory activities
Work closely with maintenance and production teams to anticipate upcoming material needs
Ensure proper storage, labeling, and organization of MRO inventory
Act as the primary purchasing contact for maintenance and operations teams
Respond quickly to urgent or unplanned material needs typical of a manufacturing environment
Troubleshoot supply issues and provide solutions that minimize downtime
Support continuous improvement efforts related to inventory control and purchasing processes