Direct Materials Procurement Specialist

Make Production Flow: A Day in the LifeAt 8:00 a.m., you open the ERP dashboard to review shortages, confirm priorities with the Master Scheduler, and place or expedite purchase orders so production never misses a beat. You partner with Shipping/Receiving and Inventory Control to reconcile counts, coordinate vendor returns, and resolve quality issues. By afternoon, invoices are verified, KPIs updated, and suppliers aligned on cost, lead time, and quality—so the floor has exactly what it needs for tomorrow’s builds. You report to the Purchasing Manager and serve as a central connector across operations.What You’ll OwnCreate and process purchase orders for parts and services; track deliveries and confirm receipts.Verify incoming parts/service invoices and resolve discrepancies with vendors.Source components and services, prioritizing cost-effectiveness and quality.Align with the Scheduling team to ensure materials are on hand for planned work.Partner closely with Shipping/Receiving/Inventory Control to maintain optimal stock.Coordinate vendor returns, refunds, and follow up on supplier quality concerns.Use purchasing and inventory systems (ERP/MRP) to manage data and transactions.Required Experience2–3 years of purchasing or procurement in a manufacturing, production, or industrial environment.Hands-on proficiency with ERP or MRP systems for buying and vendor management.Proven ability to run the full buying cycle—from PO creation to delivery follow-up—independently.Preferred QualificationsKnowledge of inventory methods: min/max, reorder points, and materials planning.Background in automotive, mobility, or vehicle upfitting industries.Experience using purchasing KPIs for accuracy, cost, and supplier performance.Skills That Set You ApartExceptional organization and attention to detail; high purchasing accuracy.Adaptable and able to reprioritize with changing production needs.Clear communicator and documenter across teams and with suppliers.Fluent in Microsoft Excel and Outlook; strong with purchasing documentation.Comfort preparing and reviewing KPI reports to track goals and outcomes.Collaborative across sales, purchasing, and operations with proactive updates.Continuous improvement mindset to evolve tools, systems, and processes.Schedule, Pay, and StructureFull-time hourly role; standard hours are 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. (flexibility available after training).Compensation is based on experience and qualifications.All compensation is administered in accordance with applicable labor and payroll laws and company policy (including taxes and withholdings).Job Categorization:The Purchasing Associate position is a full-time, hourly, FLSA non-exempt position. (SOC Code - 43-3061).Job Categorization:This position is NOT designated as a Safety Sensitive position.Job Categorization:A Safety Sensitive position at FR Conversions is subject to post-offer and random drug/alcohol screenings.Job Categorization:All positions at FR Conversions are subject to at cause and post-incident drug/alcohol screenings.You’re Likely Proficient InSupplier management and negotiation across commoditiesCommodity purchasing within a manufacturing settingBasic computer skills and Microsoft Office

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