Procurement Specialist

1 week ago

Newark, OH, United States LHH Full time

LHH Recruitment Solutions is currently seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join a leading manufacturing company. This role is perfect for a professional with a strong background in procurement, inventory management, and production planning, looking to take on more responsibility in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate will have a balance of hands-on experience in purchasing and supply chain management, combined with the ability to optimize processes and support operational goals.

Responsibilities
  • Manage procurement of raw materials, components, and supplies to meet production schedules, ensuring cost efficiency and quality standards.
  • Develop and maintain production schedules, working closely with production and operations teams to ensure timely availability of materials and products.
  • Forecast material needs, monitor inventory levels, and adjust procurement strategies to minimize excess inventory and avoid stockouts.
  • Negotiate with suppliers to secure favorable terms, pricing, and delivery schedules while maintaining strong vendor relationships.
  • Ensure inventory accuracy and work with warehouse teams to optimize storage, handling, and movement of materials.
  • Analyze inventory turnover and lead times to identify opportunities for improvement in procurement and supply chain processes.
  • Provide regular reporting on inventory, purchasing activities, and supply chain performance to senior leadership.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment between procurement, production, and logistics functions.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives in procurement and inventory management processes.
  • Address supply chain disruptions and material shortages promptly, identifying solutions to keep production on track.
Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in procurement, inventory planning, or supply chain management, ideally within a manufacturing environment.
  • Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
  • Solid understanding of production planning, procurement, and inventory management principles.
  • Experience with ERP systems and procurement software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, or similar).
  • Strong negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain supplier relationships.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on data-driven decision-making.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with teams across different departments to achieve organizational goals.
  • Knowledge of lean manufacturing and inventory optimization practices is a plus.
  • Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Location: New Albany, OH

Salary: $70,000 - $80,000 based on experience

Hours: Monday through Friday

Employment Type: Full-time

To learn more about this position, please submit your current resume for immediate consideration.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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