Procurement Specialist

Located in Sarasota, FL

Salary: $20-$25/Hour

Buyer / Purchasing Agent / Procurement Specialist

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

We are working with a well-established and growing precision metals manufacturing company seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join their team in a purchasing and procurement-focused role. This position is ideal for someone with manufacturing purchasing experience who also has an interest in process improvement, systems development, and operational efficiency.

This role offers the opportunity to grow beyond purchasing into a more process-driven and operationally focused position over time. We are looking for someone who can not only manage purchasing responsibilities but also identify bottlenecks, improve workflows, and help develop scalable systems to support company growth.

Our company values dependability, initiative, problem-solving, strong communication, teamwork, and a positive attitude. We pride ourselves on maintaining a stable, long-tenured team environment where employees are encouraged to learn, contribute, and grow.

Responsibilities:

• Source and procure raw materials, tooling, supplies, and production-related items

• Request and review vendor quotes while balancing cost, lead time, and availability

• Read technical drawings to identify raw material requirements and calculate quantities needed

• Create and manage detailed purchase orders and maintain accurate purchasing records

• Track outstanding orders and proactively follow up with vendors regarding delays or shortages

• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships while identifying new sourcing opportunities

• Coordinate closely with manufacturing, engineering, quality, and management teams

• Assist with reporting, production planning support, and customer communication as needed

• Monitor purchasing trends and identify opportunities for process and cost improvements

• Help develop systems and workflows to improve efficiency and reduce bottlenecks

• Receive incoming materials and assist with inventory and documentation processes

Qualifications:

• Previous purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment required

• Experience purchasing raw material metals is strongly preferred

• Understanding of material certifications, DFAR compliance, ASTM/AISI codes, and manufacturing processes

• Ability to read technical drawings and calculate material quantities

• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy

• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

• Proficient with Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word

• Experience with QuickBooks or similar business database/ERP systems preferred

• Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively

Ideal Candidate:

• Naturally curious and process-minded

• Interested in operational improvement and systems development

• Strong sense of urgency and accountability

• Positive, flexible, and team-oriented mindset

• Comfortable communicating with vendors, customers, and internal teams

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing manufacturing company where your ideas, initiative, and long-term growth are valued.

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