What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supplier Account Specialist position at Fluid Equipment Development Company?
Since 1997, FEDCO has been a global leader in the design and manufacture of high-pressure pumps and energy recovery devices for fresh, brackish, and sea water reverse osmosis systems. The efficiency and reliability of our pumps and energy recovery turbochargers have been demonstrated in over 5,000 installations, from the smallest facilities and containerized installations to some of the world's largest desalination plants.
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For information about FEDCO, please visit www.fedco-usa.com.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Strategic Supplier Account Specialist manages supplier relationships and purchasing activities in a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ) environment. The role ensures CBP/FTZ compliance, executes day-to-day procurement, and supports strategic sourcing to maintain uninterrupted operations and maximize FTZ benefits.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Serve as primary point of contact (POC) for strategic suppliers operating within the Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ).
- Ensure CBP/FTZ compliance and maintain required FTZ import/export and inventory records.
- Monitor supplier performance (quality, delivery, cost) and drive corrective actions and continuous improvement.
- Create and manage purchase orders, releases, and blanket orders.
- Coordinate nonconforming material issues and track supplier corrective actions.
- Resolve vendor invoice discrepancies.
- Review requisitions, MRP signals, open orders/back-orders, and vendor acknowledgments; update the system as needed.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels based on management direction.
- Provide order status updates and expedite as needed, communicating shortages, priorities, and delivery changes.
- Coordinate with Receiving to ensure timely product flow and resolve issues in real time.
- Support the manufacturing floor with responsive internal customer service.
- Escalate extraordinary inventory/demand issues to the Supply Chain & FTZ Compliance Manager and support resolution.
- Quote and evaluate multiple suppliers to achieve the lowest overall landed cost for goods and services.
- Update Purchasing/FEDCO system data daily (or as required), including pricing, UOP, delivery dates, and vendor order numbers.
- Support new product launches, ECNs, and supply chain projects as required.
- Maintain compliance with purchasing policies and support required reporting and cost-savings tracking.
- Travel up to 10% annually. Both domestic and international travel may be required.
- Performs other duties as required.
COMPETENCIES:
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
- Attention to detail and compliance focus.
- Negotiation and analytical skills.
- Collaborates effectively across functions.
- Organized with strong time management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate degree in Purchasing/Business or equivalent experience.
- 5 years of purchasing or materials management experience.
- APICS/CPIM certification a plus.
- ERP system experience.
- FTZ or customs-regulation experience preferred.
- Working knowledge of Six Sigma/Lean/continuous improvement and BOMs.
- Ability to read and understand blueprints a plus.
- Proficient with MS Office (Windows, Excel, Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint).
- Strong follow-through in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms.
- May lift and/or move up to 35 pounds.