Procurement and Inventory Specialist

About the role

Maintaining adequate supplies of steel inventory to meet the Commercial and Operational requirements at SSAB CTL operations. Provides oversight and functional responsibilities for the purchasing of MRO supplies and services at both the Houston, TX and Toronto facilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage discrete plate, coil, and CTL inventories in support of Commercial activities at SSAB CTL operations.
• Develop and maintain a business plan in support of corporate goals for total inventory, turnover rates, and aged inventory.
• Place purchase orders with SSAB mills and 3rd party suppliers in accordance with specifications and delivery requirements.
• Assure the timely receipt, in good order, of all steel products purchased/ordered.
• Maintain relationships with suppliers and relevant SSAB departments (Sales, Planning, and Transportation).
• Provide reports relevant to supply chain activities to business owners and team members (daily, weekly, and monthly as needed).
• File claims with mills or 3rd party suppliers as required.
• Approve requisitions, place purchase orders, and expedite as required.
• Facilitate MRO-related projects and contracts as needed.
• Assure compliance with all SSAB corporate policies and procedures.
• Fully participate with procurement peers in sourcing events, systems, initiatives, and other activities.
• Administer procurement systems as assigned.
• Maintain purchasing and supplier management records as required by the company’s Quality Management System, document retention policy, financial requirements, and other company directives.
• Manage MRO supplies for CTL.
• Perform general procurement activities.

Requirements

• Good computer skills and strong competency with MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task with shifting priorities.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• High standards of accuracy and professionalism.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree or significant work experience in a relevant field.

Qualifications

Preferred:

• Minimum of 2-5 years in a purchasing role.
• Experience with purchasing-related systems such as Ariba, Maintenance Connection, Avetta, SAP, TEAMS, and/or SharePoint.

Work Environment

The position operates in an office environment using standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and scanners. The role is partially sedentary but includes:

• Walking to/from and standing at alternative work areas (e.g., photocopiers, mailroom).
• Alternating sitting and standing as needed.
• Filing and handling materials, requiring the use of hands to finger, hold, handle, and reach with hands and arms.
• Lifting and/or carrying items up to 30 lbs.

Occasionally, the position may require:

• Work in a mill environment with exposure to heat/cold, walking/stairs, noise, and wearing safety equipment/clothing for protection during plant tours.
• Driving for departmental errands and trainings.

The position requires the following vision and hearing capabilities:

• Talking and hearing in person, on the phone, and/or in group settings.
• Vision at near, mid, and far range.

Schedule

Full-time, exempt position working an eight-hour day shift, Monday through Friday. Occasional overtime may be required. Travel is limited and expected to comprise less than 5% of work hours.

About Us

Becoming part of the SSAB family means joining a journey we believe is essential for the sustainability of this planet. Steel has been one of the most important materials for developing our society and will continue to be so. At SSAB, we are proud of our history and leadership in high-strength steel but are also aware that steel production is one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases. That has to change. We have developed the world’s first fossil-free steel production and are committed to becoming largely fossil-free, driving the green transformation of the steel industry.

About the Team

SSAB Americas is responsible for sales of heavy plate in North America and for steel and plate production in Montpelier, USA.