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This role will work closely with suppliers, engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and other internal stakeholders to support production schedules and new product development initiatives.\r\nKey ResponsibilitiesIdentify, evaluate, qualify, and onboard suppliers for mechanical, electrical, electronic, and structural components used in elevator manufacturing.\r\nManage Purchase Requisitions (PRs) and convert them into Purchase Orders (POs) using ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.\r\nSource materials, components, and services while balancing cost, quality, lead time, and supplier capabilities.\r\nEnsure timely procurement of materials to meet production requirements and new product development schedules.\r\nMonitor supplier commitments, delivery schedules, and purchase orders to minimize material shortages and production disruptions.\r\nCoordinate with logistics teams regarding inbound deliveries, transportation, and customs clearance when applicable.\r\nInvestigate and resolve issues related to delivery delays, part shortages, quality discrepancies, and purchase order variances.\r\nDevelop and maintain effective relationships with suppliers to support reliable supply and continuous improvement.\r\nIdentify and implement cost‑saving opportunities through value engineering, supplier consolidation, localization, and commercial negotiations.\r\nSupport supplier negotiations related to pricing, lead times, payment terms, and other commercial conditions.\r\nCollaborate with engineering teams to identify alternative materials, components, and suppliers where appropriate.\r\nSupport supplier development and qualification activities in coordination with engineering and quality teams.\r\nAnalyze supplier cost structures and perform cost breakdown and should‑cost analysis.\r\nParticipate in or support supplier audits and performance evaluations.\r\nMaintain accurate procurement records, supplier information, purchase orders, and related documentation in the ERP system.\r\nContribute to continuous improvement initiatives across sourcing, procurement, and supply chain processes.#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Socketdev","rawCompany":"socketdev","city":"Dayton","state":"OH","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-08-25T02:33:13.959Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1023.00","title":"Purchasing Agents, Except Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products","slug":"purchasing-agents-except-wholesale-retail-and-farm-products"},{"code":"11-3061.00","title":"Purchasing Managers","slug":"purchasing-managers"},{"code":"43-3061.00","title":"Procurement Clerks","slug":"procurement-clerks"}],"industries":[{"code":"333921","title":"Elevator and Moving Stairway Manufacturing","slug":"elevator-and-moving-stairway-manufacturing"},{"code":"333923","title":"Overhead Traveling Crane, Hoist, and Monorail System Manufacturing","slug":"overhead-traveling-crane-hoist-and-monorail-system-manufacturing"},{"code":"333922","title":"Conveyor and Conveying Equipment Manufacturing","slug":"conveyor-and-conveying-equipment-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Procurement Specialist","description":"Job Title: Procurement Specialist – Level 1 Location: Evendale, OH 45215 (Onsite) ContractPosition Overview\r\nWe are seeking Procurement Specialists – Level 1 to support sourcing and procurement activities for elevator manufacturing operations. 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