Buyer/Supply Chain Manager

Thank you for your interest in joining the Phillips Tank & Structure team! We design, engineer, construct, and repair above-ground steel storage tanks and other related structures. Headquartered in Braddock, Pennsylvania, Phillips Tank is a growing company with a family-like culture. We have active projects in various industries, such as petroleum, power, chemical, and renewable fuels markets, throughout the United States. Phillips Tank utilizes state-of-the-art 3D modelling software to produce detailed design and fabrication drawings that are the best in the industry.

Job Summary
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Buyer/Supply Chain Manager to oversee purchasing, vendor management, inventory control, and overall supply chain performance. This role plays a critical part in ensuring materials and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and delivered on time to support production and project schedules. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, collaborative, and comfortable working in a fast-paced fabrication or manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors for raw materials, equipment, and services
• Issue purchase orders and maintain accurate purchasing records
• Monitor market trends, pricing, and lead times to ensure competitive sourcing
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Manage material planning to meet production and project schedules
• Coordinate with production, project management, and fabrication teams
• Track shipments and resolve delays or supply issues proactively
• Develop contingency plans to mitigate supply chain disruptions
• Monitor inventory levels and ensure optimal stock levels
• Reduce excess inventory and minimize stockouts
• Analyze purchasing trends and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Support budgeting and forecasting processes
• Develop and improve procurement procedures
• Implement systems to increase efficiency and visibility
• Track KPIs such as supplier performance, on-time delivery and cost savings
• Ensure the timely delivery of all materials.
• Assist in purchasing production materials such as steel, aluminum, hardware, and fabrication consumables.
• Create and manage purchase orders while verifying pricing, quantities, and delivery dates.
• Track open orders and follow up with suppliers to confirm commitments and prevent delays.
• Coordinate outside processing services including powder coating, machining, laser cutting, and plating.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP/MRP systems and organized procurement records.
• Understand project budget and communicate any anticipated or actual cost overruns to the Project Management Group.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, manufacturing or related field preferred. Equivalent experience considered.
• Experience: 3-7 years of Purchasing or Supply Chain experience.
• Technical Skills:
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word & Excel, ERP/MRP systems, internet software and email
  • Comfortable working in a deadline driven environment
  • Exposure to lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, quality control or production scheduling
• Teamwork & Collaboration:
  • Team player with clear and respectful communication skills
  • Curious and eager to learn new tools, processes and industry standards
• Problem Solving & Decision Making:
  • Strong problem-solving mindset with the initiative to dig into issues and propose solutions
  • Strategic thing & problem solver
• Documentation & Organization:
  • Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple jobs at once
  • Strong attention to detail

To Apply:
If interested, complete the job application from Phillips Tank’s website at https://phillipstankandstructure.applytojob.com/apply/ Phillips Tank is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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