Almex USA, a north Orange County engineering and industrial equipment manufacturing company, is looking for a skilled Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Request for quotations and purchase goods and services according to the company’s policies and procedures keeping in mind design and quality requirements, shipment schedules, and price.
• Evaluate vendors based on price, delivery time, quality, reliability, capability, and previous transaction history.
• Track all Purchase Orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Process Return Material Authorizations (RMA) and resolve any errors in shipment from vendors in compliance with company’s quality procedures.
• Ensure Quality Control (QC) checks at vendor’s facilities as needed.
• Development and qualification of new vendors. Monitor and evaluate vendor’s performance based on quality and delivery performance.
• Work with vendors to negotiate volume and cash transaction discounts, and other discounts.
• Ensure that purchasing documents are complete and accurate and include appropriate and reasonable terms and conditions.
• Maintain pricing histories and other vendor records.
• Arrange inbound transportation of shipments from overseas vendors.
• Responsible for Inventory Control and maintenance of correct inventory levels for each part.
• Prepare logistical paperwork and schedule shipments to after-sales customers on various shipping portals and software.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven negotiation skills
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of purchasing and supply chain procedures and policies.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (mainly MS Word and Excel) or related software.
• Experience using QuickBooks or related software is preferred.
• Experience reading Mechanical drawings is preferred.
• Experience purchasing mechanical and electrical components is preferred.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. Must be able to access all areas of the facility to determine purchasing needs. May require travel.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in related field highly preferred.
• 2-3 years of purchasing and supply chain experience required, preferably in an industrial environment.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Annual salary range USD $75,000 - $85,000.
• 100% Employer-paid Medical Plan, and a Safe Harbor 401K.

No sponsorship is available for this position. No agencies or 3rd party recruitment.