SCS Procurement Specialist

About the role

At DXP, we are passionate about what we do and driven to be the best solution for our industrial customers. Since 1908, DXP has been dedicated to the highest quality of customer service through our expertise in the products we distribute and the technical services we perform. We aspire to be the best solution for industrial customers' needs for MROP products and services through our Innovative Pumping Solutions, Metal Working, Supply Chain Services, and Service Centers.

Responsibilities

• Run replenishment routines, plan, and order stocked items through our proprietary inventory management and procurement system.
• Source industrial products with strong knowledge of mechanical, industrial, and manufacturing parts/products.
• Drive spend through DXP's tier-one vendor base using our "Drive the Spend" guidance.
• Manage stocked items to targeted inventory levels and line fill rates.
• Monitor the accuracy of planning data and recommend reorder point modifications based on usage patterns.
• Inventory and warehouse management.
• Source non-stock requirements and meet customer-required delivery dates.
• Assist in the resolution of supplier issues, including billing discrepancies, shipment accuracy, and supplier performance.
• Monitor quality and delivery performance of suppliers.
• Complete and monitor reports including inventory, procurement, and supplier performance metrics.
• Develop and execute action plans for substandard performance.
• Respond to customer concerns to ensure parts availability.
• Expedite orders to ensure required delivery dates are met.
• Participate in special projects, including process improvement teams.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of MRO purchasing experience in a manufacturing or industrial distribution environment.
• Knowledge of standard purchasing practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of nomenclatures for industrial parts.
• Experience using supplier catalogs and online researching.
• Purchase order management and EDI transmittal.
• Proficiency with SAP and personal computers, including Microsoft Office Suite; P21 experience is a plus.
• High School Diploma or GED.

Skills

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from customers, managers, employees, and suppliers.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package for full-time regular employees (minimum 30 hours per week), including medical, dental, vision, and flexible spending account.
• Paid holidays, life and disability insurance, and additional supplemental benefits.
• Eligibility to participate in the 401(k) plan.

Schedule

Hours are Monday - Friday, either 8 AM - 5 PM or 7 AM - 4 PM.