Purchasing & Inventory Specialist

Norfolk Iron & Metal•Wilkes Barre, PA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Inventory & Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for placing and maintaining purchase orders for steel products, negotiating with suppliers for favorable pricing and terms, and analyzing market trends and customer demand to manage inventory needs. This role involves collaborating with the sales team to ensure adequate supply, building strong supplier relationships, and reporting on purchasing and inventory levels to the General Manager. Additional responsibilities include ensuring timely order placement, monitoring supplier performance, managing supplier issues and disputes, submitting claims for non-conforming products, supporting quality processes, and providing IT system support.

Requirements

Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain productive business relationships.
Proven track record of successfully developing and implementing strategic plans.
Excellent analytical skills and the ability to use data to make informed decisions.
Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Experience managing and leading a team, preferably in a procurement or supply chain management setting.
Strong leadership and coaching skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire others to achieve their goals.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Bachelor’s degree in business, or related field.

Nice To Haves

Experience in the steel industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

Place and maintain purchase orders for the procurement and management of steel products.
Negotiate and contract with suppliers to ensure favorable pricing and terms.
Continuously analyze market trends and customer demand to identify needs of inventory.
Collaborate with the sales team to ensure proper supply is on hand for customer needs.
Build strong relationships with suppliers and vendors to foster a collaborative and productive business partnership.
Develop and present reports to the General Manager on purchasing & inventory levels.
Ensure that all orders are placed in a timely manner and that all communications with mills and suppliers are clear and concise.
Monitor the performance of mills and suppliers to ensure that they are meeting our quality standards and delivery requirements.
Manage any issues or disputes that may arise with suppliers, working with cross-functional teams as necessary to find solutions.
Submit claims to suppliers for non conforming products or services.
Support/backup Quality processes with Quality manager.
Provide inside support of IT systems with outside vendor and Corporate IT.