Purchasing and Planning Specialist

Aerocoat, a PSE Group company, is seeking a highly self-motivated and detail-oriented Purchasing and Planning Specialist. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills with a proven ability to source materials and collaborate across multiple departments. This position focuses on working closely with the sales team, customer service, warehouse and general manager to support Aerocoat’s growth objectives. This position will also encompass sales responsibilities within the tri-state area, providing opportunities to foster client relationships and drive business growth in the region. Travel 5-10% as needed. Grow with a growing company.

About PSE Group

PSE Group is a nationwide team of coatings specialists dedicated to providing exceptional products and value-added services to our customer partners. PSE Group offers a wide range of coatings solutions to enhance our customers' productivity, improve quality, and reduce material cost. Our objective is to support the entire purchasing process from coatings to associated products to complete application systems. We provide comprehensive solutions to meet our customers' needs. PSE Group includes brands from across the country including Painters Supply & Equipment Co, Nyquist Paints, FAMIS, Aerocoat Source, ABC Autobody Color, Auto Paint Supply, Carolina Automotive Refinish Supply, Charlottesville Automotive Refinish Supply, Golden Isles Paint & Supply, Interbay Coatings, ProWood Finishes, RMS Pro Finishes, Specialty Coatings Inc., Strand’s Industrial Coatings, United Sales Company, and Wyrick Company.

Key Responsibilities

• Source, negotiate and purchase various materials within aerospace and military applications. Primarily coatings to various specs.
• Build and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure Aerocoat is receiving the best pricing and quality, while identifying efficient delivery schedules.
• Track and report supplier performance and KPI’s.
• Analyze inventory levels and demand materials to forecast requirements.
• Identify and quickly mitigate potential risk to our supply chain.
• Refine our purchasing and planning processes to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Work closely with General Manager and Leadership team on weekly key account tag ups.
• Creating and initiating inter store product transfers
• Special projects as needed.

Qualifications

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a small team.
• Experience in aerospace or the coatings industry is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management or related field equivalent.
• 2 years’ experience
• Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management
• Knowledge of WMS preferred.
• Assist with the product database.
• Effectively maintain inventory levels and costs

Physical Requirements

• Sitting, standing, bending, lifting of files and catalogs when needed.
• Computer work will be approximately 70% of your time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 55 pounds occasionally, able to reach, twist, bend, kneel, climb a ladder while carrying product.
• Candidates must submit to a drug screen and meet acceptable Motor Vehicle Report requirements upon the hiring process.

Other Requirements

Ability to work all scheduled hours as needed. If usage of employee’s own vehicle is required for company business, employee must obtain appropriate insurance per Company Policy. Employee must be licensed and able to operate vehicle in accordance with state law including commercial driver’s license if required. Must have acceptable driving record from State Motor Vehicle Bureau.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees so classified. Depending on the experience, training and their development, employee may be given more discretion in carrying out their responsibilities.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.