Procurement Specialist

1 week ago


Findlay, Ohio, United States MJ Recruiters LLC Full time

Procurement Specialist

Location: Findlay, Ohio

Join a reputable automotive supplier and take your career to new heights with a supportive team that offers outstanding benefits and limitless growth opportunities.

This role represents a significant advancement in your career path; subsequent opportunities are abundant.

Become part of a well-established automotive supplier in the region.

Contribute value to the team right away and collaborate with a group eager to work alongside you.

Enjoy exceptional benefits, including medical coverage available from the first of the month following 30 days of employment.

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A leading tier I automotive supplier is in search of a Procurement Specialist responsible for managing procurement within a specific category, overseeing an annual budget of up to $50M. In this role, you will report to a Purchasing Manager and collaborate closely with multiple locations to support production initiatives. Your daily responsibilities will include:

  • Sourcing components, parts, and raw materials for an assigned category with an annual budget of $50M and up to 100 SKUs.
  • Maintaining relationships with current suppliers (approximately 20 on an established vendor list) and identifying new sources as necessary.
  • Negotiating pricing, payment terms, and contracts.
  • Reviewing quotations, soliciting RFQs, and addressing feasibility concerns.
  • Adapting to evolving procurement responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
  • Developing and mentoring the supplier base.
  • Tracking and entering essential information into the organization's ERP system.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance procurement strategies and identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Making data-driven decisions and striving to improve reporting strategies.
  • Supporting assigned manufacturing sites and assisting with quality-related issues.
  • Performing additional duties as assigned by management.

This role is fast-paced and requires candidates to initially spend time on the production floor to understand manufacturing processes; floor time will be minimal after onboarding. Candidates should thrive in team-oriented environments, quickly learn new tasks and commodities, adapt to changing priorities, and enjoy supporting the manufacturing site. The company offers EXCELLENT three-tier medical benefits, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability, 401K (100% match on the first 3%, 50% on the next 3%), paid holidays and vacations, tuition reimbursement, life insurance, and wellness programs. After the training period and upon meeting performance standards, a hybrid work schedule of up to two days per week from home may be available.

Requirements for the Procurement Specialist:

1. A Bachelor's degree is preferred; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

2. At least three years of experience in a similar fast-paced procurement role, depending on educational background.

3. Experience in sourcing new vendors and purchasing within a manufacturing context.

4. Strong negotiation capabilities.

5. Proficiency in reading blueprints.

6. Experience with ERP systems.

7. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including charts, graphs, and formulas.

Preferred Skills (not required):

1. Experience in the automotive supply sector.

2. Familiarity with SAP.

3. Knowledge of reporting tools, such as Power BI and power queries.

Reasons to consider this organization:

1. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage – excellent medical benefits available from the first of the month after 30 days of employment.

2. A stable organization in the automotive industry that is expanding its business.

3. An international company.

4. A diverse business portfolio.

5. Opportunities to work minimal weekends and maintain an average of 40-50 hours per week, depending on project demands.



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