Job Summary: As a Structural Steel Purchasing/Receiving Supervisor, you will be responsible for assisting the purchasing manager on procuring structural steel materials required for construction projects. You will work closely with project managers, and vendors to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of quality steel materials. Your role will involve sourcing, negotiating prices, managing supplier relationships, and coordinating deliveries to meet project deadlines and quality standards. You will help supervise the purchasing/receiving team members to meet deadlines and company expectations.
Responsibilities
Sourcing and Procurement:
Identify and evaluate potential suppliers of structural steel materials.
Obtain price quotations, and product specifications from suppliers.
Negotiate pricing, and delivery schedules to achieve cost savings and meet project requirements.
Place purchase orders with approved suppliers based on project specifications and budget constraints.
Receiving Management:
Receive material in on purchase orders.
Identify any issues with delivery of material and report to the supplier for resolution.
Maintain accurate records of BOL/MTR's per company requirements and regulatory compliance.
Supplier Management:
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers.
Monitor supplier performance, including quality, delivery reliability, and responsiveness.
Address any issues or discrepancies with suppliers promptly and effectively.
Conduct supplier evaluations and implement improvement initiatives as needed throughout the year.
Inventory Management:
Monitor inventory levels of structural steel materials to ensure adequate stock availability.
Coordinate with pre-con and project teams to forecast material requirements to plan procurement accordingly.
Optimize inventory levels to minimize excess stock and reduce carrying costs while avoiding shortages.
Quality Assurance:
Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure that purchased materials meet project specifications and industry standards.
Perform inspections of incoming steel material.
Document and report any quality issues or non-conformances to suppliers for resolution.
Documentation and Record-Keeping:
Maintain accurate records of purchase orders, and other procurement-related documentation.
Generate reports on purchasing/receiving activities, including expenditure analysis, and inventory status as needed.
Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements related to purchasing/receiving and documentation.
Position Requirements
Qualifications
Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, receiving or supply chain management, preferably in the construction or steel fabrication industry.
Strong knowledge of structural steel materials, specifications, and manufacturing processes.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to analyze data, make informed decisions, and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in procurement software, and other relevant tools.
Attention to detail, organizational skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
3+ years of experience in managing people.
Required to have advanced knowledge in Microsoft Excel and Outlook with general knowledge of all Microsoft Office Suite applications.
Working Conditions
The role is based in an office environment, but may involve visits to supplier facilities as needed.
May require occasional travel to meet with suppliers or attend industry events.
Standard work hours are 7-3:30, M-F and may vary depending on project deadlines and procurement activities.
Requires actively checking on employees outside in the yard and indoors throughout the day to keep them informed of the daily tasks or changes that are coming.
About the Organization Established in 1985, Amfabsteel, Inc. is a design-build structural steel fabricator located in Bernalillo, NM. Nationally known for our design build, design assist, and more widely known for developing the technology to take a project from concept through fabrication almost completely digitally. Over our 31 years in business, we have developed and are continuing to perfect cutting edge, highly innovative technology and fabrication processes. Our enormous strides in developing the technology to go straight from a 3-D model to production enables an output of over 50,000 ton of structural steel annually.
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Architectural and Structural Metal Manufacturing
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