WELLS: A CAREER WORTH BUILDING
Wells is one of the largest prefabricated building solution providers with locations across the central U.S., providing meaningful work in many different regions. We are a family-owned company that has celebrated 70 years of success.
At the end of the day, we are a team of creators. Our 1,300 employees across the U.S. play an important role as catalysts, constructors, and community members. They are committed to reducing risk, building confidence, and deliberately planning for partners' success - from vision through construction and beyond.
Every day, more architects, engineers, contractors, developers, and owners specify Wells precast building components for their construction needs and with this continued success, we are looking to hire a motivated self-starting Procurement Manager to join our team. The right candidate must be a problem-solver, have strong communication skills, and also be willing and ready to learn.
General Description: Take purchase requests from various departments and get price quotes from suppliers. Additional responsibilities include contacting suppliers to schedule deliveries or to discuss shortages or missed deliveries; coordinating flow of paperwork to business office; and oversight of level of key inventory items.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Review prices and product specifications from various suppliers
• Coordinate with departments purchasing needs
• Deliver packages to departments
• Track inventory and conduct fiscal year-end inventory list
• Set up all shipping, receiving and terms and conditions of purchase when necessary
• Review and check all purchase requisition orders for accuracy and write all purchase orders
• Track and make sure enough inventory of products is on hand
• Check in shipments to ensure the appropriate items were delivered
• Oversee the Tool Room/Warehouse
• Work with their team to complete weekly/monthly inventory counts and adjust inventory as needed
• Answer supplier and customer inquiries about order changes or cancellations
• Work with corporate purchasing to achieve vendor consolidation
• Be actively involved in price negotiations
• Procure advanced material lists for future jobs
• Additional duties, as assigned

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Microsoft Office experience (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience working with software such as Navision
• General clerical work.
• Basic logistics and inventory knowledge.
• Strong reading, speaking, and writing skills.
• Must be able to lead a team with respect and dignity.
• Must have good interpersonal communication skills to interact with co-workers, supervisors, and managers.
• Ability to work well with others to complete the project efficiently and works independently when needed.
• Knowledge of products the company uses, and which products would work best.
• Must have valid Driver's License
• Possession of a valid driver's license, and the ability to operate a motor vehicle.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Associates Degree preferred or applicable on the job experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/ ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time.
• Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for typing, filing, and using office equipment.
• Visual acuity and ability to read small print.
• Hearing acuity and ability to communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to lift and move office supplies and equipment.
• Mobility and ability to move around the office as needed.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Minimal risk of exposure to unusual elements.
• Minimal risk of safety precautions.
• General Office Environment

This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and perform job-related duties as may be assigned by his/her supervisor.
Wells is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, disability, or protected Veteran status.
Wells participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your I-9 Form information to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)