Procurement Specialist

Super Radiator Coils•Richmond, VA

24d

About The Position

The Procurement Specialist manages procurement activities for assigned product lines and serves as the primary buyer and vendor relationship manager. The role oversees daily ordering, vendor management, and strategic sourcing to ensure materials are available for production schedules while maintaining cost effectiveness and quality standards. The position manages supplier performance, negotiates pricing and terms, conducts quoting activities for engineering and production needs, and drives improvements across the procurement lifecycle. It requires analytical ability, strong communication, and the capacity to build strategic supplier partnerships that support company growth and operational excellence. The role also develops deep product knowledge for assigned lines, supports supplier onboarding and development, and collaborates with internal teams on material availability, specifications, forecasting, and production requirements. Participation in year-end inventory is required for one mandatory Saturday per year.

Requirements

Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy.
Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities effectively.
Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Self-motivated with the ability to work independently.
Strategic thinker with tactical execution capabilities.
Proficiency in ERP systems, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
Experience in purchasing, procurement, or project management.
Understanding of material planning and forecasting methods.
Positive and ambitious attitude.
Collaborative team player.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

Oversee and participate in daily ordering for assigned product lines.
Manage vendors to meet reliability, quality, on-time delivery, and cost standards using performance KPIs and regular meetings.
Conduct quoting activities for engineering projects and support competitive supplier pricing.
Coordinate with internal teams regarding material lead times and availability.
Support onboarding and development of new suppliers for assigned product lines.
Negotiate supplier pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings.
Drive process improvements in ordering, receiving, and invoicing workflows.
Resolve purchase order discrepancies and supply chain disruptions proactively.
Forecast material requirements based on production schedules and demand planning.
Collaborate with the Material Support Team on material flow and kitting processes.
Work with engineering and production teams to identify material specifications and requirements.
Assist in developing and implementing cost-saving and value-analysis strategies.
Provide coverage for other buyers as necessary.
Participate in supplier audits and quality improvement initiatives.
Develop product knowledge and strategic supplier relationships for assigned product categories.
Analyze spending patterns and identify cost-reduction opportunities.
Support new product introductions and material qualifications.
Monitor market conditions and trends affecting assigned product lines.
Participate in supplier capability assessments and development initiatives.
Participate in year-end inventory, including one mandatory Saturday per year.