Purchasing Specialist and Safety Coordinator

Process Supply•Kingsport, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Based in Kingsport, Tennessee, Process Supply, Inc. is a supplier of industrial pipe, fittings, flanges, valves, valve actuation products, engineered products and more. Our primary service area extends from Knoxville, Tennessee, into Southwest Virginia. We also have the capability to service projects into the surrounding regions and beyond. We are more than just a pipe supplier – we also offer full rebuild and repair services, as well as custom engineered solutions, delivering cost-effective solutions for your critical projects. We are currently seeking to fill a Purchasing Specialist and Safety Coordinator position on our team. The ideal candidate for this position is an organized individual with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively across our team and customer base. This is an hourly position reporting to the General Manager.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Microsoft Office proficiency, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
1+ years of purchasing experience
1+ years of safety experience
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Excellent organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills
Ability to effectively multi-task and work independently on assigned tasks
Excellent attention to detail and ability to transfer data accurately
Strong work ethic; self-motivated
Operate with high integrity, maintaining positive relations with co-workers, customers, and suppliers

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred
3+ years of purchasing experience
Experience in the metals industry

Responsibilities

Ensures that each purchase order issued by Process Supply, Inc. is shipped on time from the vendor.
Effectively interacts with all sales and purchasing personnel.
Actively communicates with vendors on a frequent basis in a professional manner.
Prints and reviews weekly Open Purchase Order Report that indicates required due dates.
Contacts vendors via phone, email, or fax to receive status updates and confirmations.
Updates inventory system, if necessary, upon receipt of an acceptable ship date from the vendor.
Negotiates with vendors if an unacceptable ship date has been indicated on the Open Order Status Form.
Communicates effectively with affected personnel giving status updates regarding specific purchase orders.
Checks order acknowledgements from mills for accuracy.
Scans printed purchase orders in document retrieval system.
Daily reviews Excel spreadsheet for conversion orders with material shipping late.
Assists the General Manager in other functions that are deemed necessary to effectively maintain purchasing tasks.
Monitors and reports immediately to the General Manager any conflicts between the safety system, employee safety performance, and overall operations.
Organizes and maintains accurate information regarding the Company’s safety system.
Ensures required safety postings are accurate and up to date throughout the organization.
Schedules and maintains all safety related inspections and repairs.
Maintains safety and medical supplies, fire extinguishers, and other shop supplies to ensure a safe work environment.
Participates in monthly safety meetings and other relevant meetings as required.
Performs safety walks daily and immediately reports any discrepancies to the General Manager.
Contributes to a positive work environment based on teamwork and continuous improvement.
Communicates effectively with sales representatives, co-workers, and management.
Adheres to all Company safety rules, regulations, quality standards, handbook policies and procedures.