Procurement Specialist - Austin, United States - Sentech Architectural Systems

Sentech Architectural Systems

Verified Company

Austin, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

EXPERIENCE WITH AUTOCAD AND READING CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS IS NECESSARY FOR THIS ROLE. EXPERIENCE DOING A TAKE OFF IS A MUST.

Position Overview

Sentech Architectural Systems is an Austin-based specialty structural glass design, engineering and manufacturing company that serves the needs of progressive architecture and building industry professionals on some of the most unique and challenging structural glass projects in the world.

Responsibilities in this role include placing and tracking orders, updating relevant procurement spreadsheets and documents, assisting with inspecting inventory and orders, developing material take-offs, maintaining relationships with vendors, assisting with budget and schedule tracking, researching vendors and market trends, and developing intimate knowledge of our industry, materials, and vendors.

- all of whom have deep industry experience.

You should be a self-motivated professional with 3-5 years of progressive experience in a purchasing position, ideally in a manufacturing setting.

This is a full-time, onsite position with ample room for learning, development, and professional growth for those who demonstrate the desire and ability to work hard, adapt and learn the complexities involved in the structural glass industry and custom fabrication.

Responsibilities

Develop and solicit bid requests
Place and track orders for project materials, shop supplies, and inventory
Coordinate, track and commicate shipments
Maintain and update relevant schedules, spreadsheets, documents, folders for procurement tracking
Collaborate with the operations team to develop advanced bill of materials and takeoffs for required project materials
Assist with procurement analyses and reporting
Monitor and report against project budgets and schedules
Coordinate meetings with stakeholders
Assist with the inspection of materials and inventory
Assist with negotiation strategies and make recommendations
Assist with costreduction efforts
Develop and maintain knowledge of products, materials, vendors and market/industry trends

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelors' degree in a Business or a Construction related field
Ability to read blueprints and manufacturing drawings
Experience purchasing metal and metal components
35 years of experience in purchasing role
Experience in a projectbased manufacturing organization
Experience with costreduction efforts in a manufacturing setting
Exceptional excel skills
Exceptional attention to detail
Proven ability to work and establish relationships with team members to drive initiatives
Excellent professional verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
Proactive, analytical, creative and strategic problemsolver

Preferred Skills & Experience

Estimating experience
Experience in the architectural or construction industry
Experience building and maintaining purchasing systems
Supply chain management
Familiarity with import/export regulations and processes, a plus

Company Overview
We offer competitive salaries, benefits, and vacation packages.

We seek people who are passionate about glass and manufacturing, excited about the future of architectural design and structural engineering, who want to shape the urban landscape as we know it.

At Sentech, we believe no problem is too complex to be solved and we seek highly talented individuals who embody that philosophy.

Sentech Architectural Systems LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) with a strong commitment to sustainability, environmental awareness, and a drug-free workplace.

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