Procurement Specialist

MKB•Zelienople, PA

16d

About The Position

MKB Company is seeking a skilled Procurement Specialist to support its West and Midwest regions. The role involves regular travel to vendors and coordinating purchases to ensure company sites have the raw materials, supplies, and equipment needed for production. The Procurement Specialist negotiates purchases, maintains supplier quality, ensures timely deliveries, secures cost-efficient pricing, and helps improve supply chain performance and operational efficiency across multiple locations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
2–5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations.
Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.
Knowledge of procurement best practices, market analysis, and vendor management principles.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
High level of integrity and professionalism.
Strong understanding of cost analysis, inventory control, and budgeting.
Openness to regular travel to vendors.

Nice To Haves

Experience purchasing commodities, with a strong understanding of agricultural products such as straw, switchgrass, and mulch.
Experience with inventory control, stock optimization, and ERP systems such as NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle.

Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, and onboard reliable suppliers and vendors.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to secure cost-effective agreements.
Maintain supplier relationships and resolve quality, delivery, or service issues.
Process purchase orders accurately and ensure timely delivery of materials.
Research and evaluate potential suppliers to achieve optimal value for goods and services.
Monitor market conditions to ensure competitive pricing and quality standards.
Collaborate with operations and warehouse teams to maintain optimal stock levels.
Monitor inventory usage and anticipate purchasing needs to prevent shortages or excess stock.
Assist with cycle counts, stock reconciliations, and root cause analysis of discrepancies.
Use ERP or inventory management systems to track stock movement and maintain accurate records.
Recommend process improvements for inventory accuracy and efficiency.
Analyze market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
Compare bids, proposals, and quotations to ensure competitive pricing.
Track and report procurement-related expenses.
Ensure purchases comply with company policies and legal regulations.
Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and vendor files.
Support audits and provide documentation as requested.
Work with operations, production, and finance teams to forecast purchasing needs.
Assist in developing and implementing procurement strategies aligned with business goals.
Coordinate with internal teams to resolve delivery, invoice, or payment issues.