Purchasing & Supply Chain Specialist

Arizona Tile • Tempe, AZ

19h

About The Position

The Purchasing & Supply Chain Specialist supports purchasing, inventory planning, and the movement of materials from suppliers to Arizona Tile distribution centers. The role maintains product knowledge for assigned categories and ensures purchase orders, shipment tracking, inbound forecasts, supplier relationships, vendor records, and cost documentation are managed accurately.

The position reports to the Purchasing Manager and Supply Chain Manager. The typical schedule is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.; additional hours may be needed as business fluctuates. The employee works in an environment that may have moderate noise, exposure to outside weather, and proximity to material-handling equipment and packaged cement-based products and tile and stone chemicals.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of prior experience in purchasing, logistics, international transportation, trade compliance, or related areas.
• General understanding of international ocean freight, customs processes, drayage, and import operations.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, prioritization and organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to interpret technical instructions, drawings, specifications, and mathematical information; use basic algebra to calculate discounts, costs, exchange rates, and other purchasing figures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Windows, and other business systems; ability to maintain accurate purchasing, shipment, and cost records.
• Strong written and excellent verbal communication skills for working with vendors, suppliers, and customers in person or by telephone, and communicating with all levels of the organization.
• Core values and behaviors include safety focus, customer orientation, conscientiousness, strong communication, hard work ethic, ethical integrity, teamwork, and tenacity.
• Friendly and warm demeanor with excellent interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience with stone, granite, or slabs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain product knowledge for assigned categories, including product characteristics, specifications, availability, lead times, quality, pricing, and costs.
• Create accurate purchase orders for stock, special orders, and projects in inventory management software; send orders to suppliers and confirm receipt, quantities, and commitments.
• Track ocean and intermodal shipments from booking through final delivery, coordinating customs clearance, carrier release, drayage, and container recovery within free time.
• Provide daily container updates and inbound forecasts to distribution centers using internal reporting tools and Supply Chain Visibility Software.
• Maintain professional relationships with suppliers, freight forwarders, carriers, drayage providers, and brokers; evaluate their service, responsiveness, cost, and communication.
• Work with Accounts Payable to onboard vendors, reconcile statements, and process approved payments.
• Maintain records for budgeting, forecasting, and cost analysis.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits, and more.
• S.A. or H.R.A. with company contributions.
• 401(k) retirement savings program with discretionary employer match.
• Progressive career development and training.
• Employee assistance program.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay.
• Service recognition and awards.
• Family-oriented environment with open communication, collaborative atmosphere, and team-building events.
• Competitive pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED