AFC Industries

Lead purchasing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and oversee inventory and process efficiencies to meet goals. | Bachelor's degree and over 5 years purchasing experience with management skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office and blueprint reading. | AFC Industries is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing supply chain management solutions for fasteners and assembly components to original equipment manufacturers, assembly plants, and other users of these products. We support a diverse industry base of manufacturers across a broad range of industries. Our experienced team has a proven track record of helping manufacturers and assemblers reduce cost, improve quality, and increase efficiency.   We are A Company Culture Devoted to Innovation & Improvement AFC provides localized expertise to customers in particular industries and geographies. We don't have a traditional hierarchical management structure where everyone simply "reports up." Instead, our company is made up of on-the-ground experts operating in an entrepreneurial fashion with the backing and support of an enterprise-grade organization. Sharing cultural values breeds consistency and quality throughout our organization. Collectively, we are committed to a simple management approach, which influences our company culture and our management style.   As a Purchasing Manager for (company) you will work with our Supply Chain management team to develop and execute actionable purchasing strategies. This includes utilizing our inventory management system to manage inventory levels, leading the buying team, developing and maintaining strategic supplier relationships and reaching departmental goals. The Purchasing Manager position reports to the Director of Purchasing and Supply Chain. What's in it for you: * Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and casual work environment. * A remote work environment with necessary hardware provided by (company). * Join an organization experiencing tremendous growth, thus, professional growth opportunities and the ability to make a tangible difference. * Joining an extremely effective and cross functional team.   What you'll be doing: * Lead Purchasing department personnel, overseeing the purchasing process. * Analyze existing purchasing processes for performance; identify and implement process efficiencies. * In coordination with Supply Chain management develop and implement procurement strategies that allow for successful negotiations of favorable pricing, terms and agreements. * Monitor and control inventory levels and inventory turns to meet turn goals; utilization of inventory management metrics and ABC Classification. * Build and maintain strategic relationships with supply base. * Establish a strong network and foster collaboration with internal customers. * Establish measurable regional department goals, with supporting metrics. * Analysis and reporting of cost trends and availability of materials with a full understanding of supply/demand challenges and the ability to leverage/navigate. * Responsible for adequate inventory of all parts for customer satisfaction. * Review and maintain ISO operational procedures for the purchasing area. * Responsible for hiring new employees and ensuring training for success. * Evaluation of quality, pricing and service of supply base. * Responsible for annual cost-savings goals. * Other duties as assigned.   What you need: * Bachelor's degree (or pursuit of) in business-related field, preferably concentrating in Supply Chain or Purchasing. * Proficient with Microsoft Office: Outlook, Excel & Word, including ability to do VLOOKUPs in Excel. * 5+ years of related experience in a buying/purchasing role, with previous management experience. * Experience and understanding of inventory management practices, including ABC classification * Ability to communicate effectively. * Professional attitude and representation. * Strong planning and organizational skills. * Results-orientated. * Strong teamwork skills. * Strong attention to detail, accuracy and completement while meeting deadlines. * Ability to establish relationships with vendors. * Blueprint reading and understanding. * Demonstrated understanding of inventory turns, including how they are calculated, and the importance of increased inventory turns.     Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Vision insurance   We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled employer.

Manage customer accounts including order entry, contract review, and sales support to ensure account profitability and relationship health. | Experience in supply chain or account management with strong organizational and communication skills. | AFC Industries is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing supply chain management solutions for fasteners and assembly components to original equipment manufacturers, assembly plants, and other users of these products. We support a diverse industry base of manufacturers across a broad range of industries. Our experienced team has a proven track record of helping manufacturers and assemblers reduce cost, improve quality, and increase efficiency. We are A Company Culture Devoted to Innovation & Improvement AFC provides localized expertise to customers in particular industries and geographies. We don't have a traditional hierarchical management structure where everyone simply "reports up." Instead, our company is made up of on-the-ground experts operating in an entrepreneurial fashion with the backing and support of an enterprise-grade organization. Sharing cultural values breeds consistency and quality throughout our organization. Collectively, we are committed to a simple management approach, which influences our company culture and our management style. Account Manager - Remote • Order Entry and follow through • Manage open order flow - it is expected that all backorders are cleared within 1 week from the delivery date • Expedite and facilitate special delivery requirements • Contract review • Provide samples and technical assistance • Maintain customer contract database • Manage quote process • Prepare and submit formal quotation directly to customer or provide to outside sales for presentation to customer • Maintain quote log • Work with TSM to support and develop assigned customers by seeking new sales opportunities within the account • Assist with preparation and presentation, as needed, of account SBR • Responsible for overall account health - profitability, relationship, inventory commitments, etc. Position: Eligible to work Remote Targeted Salary: $60,000-$65,000 Work Hours: 8AM-5PM, Monday-Friday Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Life insurance • Paid time off • Vision insurance We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled employer.