Job Title: Procurement Specialist – Level 1
Location: Evendale, OH 45215 (Onsite)
Contract

Position Overview

We are seeking Procurement Specialists – Level 1 to support sourcing and procurement activities for elevator manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in procurement and sourcing within a manufacturing environment, with a strong understanding of supplier management, purchasing processes, ERP systems, cost analysis, and material availability.

The Procurement Specialist will be responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, components, and services while ensuring quality, cost competitiveness, and timely delivery. This role will work closely with suppliers, engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and other internal stakeholders to support production schedules and new product development initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, evaluate, qualify, and onboard suppliers for mechanical, electrical, electronic, and structural components used in elevator manufacturing.
• Manage Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and convert them into Purchase Orders (POs) using ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Source materials, components, and services while balancing cost, quality, lead time, and supplier capabilities.
• Ensure timely procurement of materials to meet production requirements and new product development schedules.
• Monitor supplier commitments, delivery schedules, and purchase orders to minimize material shortages and production disruptions.
• Coordinate with logistics teams regarding inbound deliveries, transportation, and customs clearance when applicable.
• Investigate and resolve issues related to delivery delays, part shortages, quality discrepancies, and purchase order variances.
• Develop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers to support reliable supply and continuous improvement.
• Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities through value engineering, supplier consolidation, localization, and commercial negotiations.
• Support supplier negotiations related to pricing, lead times, payment terms, and other commercial conditions.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to identify alternative materials, components, and suppliers where appropriate.
• Support supplier development and qualification activities in coordination with engineering and quality teams.
• Analyze supplier cost structures and perform cost breakdown and should-cost analysis.
• Participate in or support supplier audits and performance evaluations.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier information, purchase orders, and related documentation in the ERP system.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across sourcing, procurement, and supply chain processes.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations.
• Experience working in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong understanding of procurement and sourcing processes, including supplier selection, purchasing, negotiation, and supplier management.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems, preferably SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes such as:
  • Fabrication
  • Machining
  • Casting
  • Electronics manufacturing
• Knowledge of should-costing and cost breakdown analysis.
• Familiarity with supplier audits and supplier performance management.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, manufacturing, logistics, quality, and other cross-functional teams.
• Ability to work effectively in a 100% onsite environment in Evendale, Ohio.

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