What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Specialist position at Cleveland-Cliffs?
Location: West Chester, OH
Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support procurement operations, supplier management, quality systems, and procure-to-pay processes. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate with manufacturing experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to support process improvement initiatives.
Summary Of Responsibilities
Cleveland-Cliffs is a leading North America-based steel producer with focus on value-added sheet products, particularly for the automotive industry. The Company is vertically integrated from the mining of iron ore, production of pellets and direct reduced iron, and processing of ferrous scrap through primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package, including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to careers@clevelandcliffs.com or call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.
Cleveland-Cliffs is seeking a Procurement Specialist to support procurement operations, supplier management, quality systems, and procure-to-pay processes. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented candidate with manufacturing experience, strong computer skills, and the ability to support process improvement initiatives.
Summary Of Responsibilities
- Support day-to-day procure-to-pay activities and business system data management.
- Manage contract tracking, approvals, and documentation.
- Maintain supplier records, including onboarding and profile updates.
- Coordinate supplier evaluations, reporting, and corrective action processes.
- Support procurement quality system compliance, including IATF 16949 activities.
- Participate in supplier audits and process improvement projects.
- Develop procedures, training materials, and provide system training to users.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations Management, or related field.
- 1–2 years of professional experience in Procurement, supplier management, quality systems, or manufacturing environment.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and PowerPoint.
- Knowledge of procurement, supply chain, procure-to-pay processes, and supplier management.
- Strong communication, organization, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage priorities and support cross-functional projects.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, quality auditing, procurement systems, data analysis, and reporting tools.
- CPM or CPSM certification preferred.
Cleveland-Cliffs is a leading North America-based steel producer with focus on value-added sheet products, particularly for the automotive industry. The Company is vertically integrated from the mining of iron ore, production of pellets and direct reduced iron, and processing of ferrous scrap through primary steelmaking and downstream finishing, stamping, tooling, and tubing. We offer an excellent total compensation package, including competitive pay with variable compensation opportunity, health insurance, retirement plan, education assistance, paid time off, and more.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to careers@clevelandcliffs.com or call 1-(312) 899-3097 and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Do not email your application materials to this email address. Application materials sent to this email address will not be considered.
Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. is an equal opportunity employer – M/F/Veteran/Disability. We are a drug-free workplace and conduct pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.