About us
Appliance Innovation is a world leader in foodservice equipment product development that recently expanded into manufacturing. Our 25 employees work together to create and supply best in class food and beverage equipment for the foodservice industry.
**Job Summary:**
Our high energy product development and manufacturing company is now seeking an experienced professional to source, negotiate and procure components for the products we design and build. Initial responsibilities will include selecting the procurement software we will use - and creating an efficient procurement processes.
**Duties:**
- Source, evaluate, and select suppliers based on cost, quality, and delivery speed
- Negotiate purchase orders with suppliers to secure advantageous terms
- Work with our sales, engineering and manufacturing teams to forecast demand and plan inventory levels
- Monitor supplier performance - and promptly address any issues that come up
- Oversee the procurement process from order placement to product completion
- Manage relationships with key suppliers and conduct regular performance reviews
**Qualifications:**
- Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management
- Strong knowledge of materials management principles and practices
- Familiarity with various procurement software options
- Excellent negotiation and contract management skills
- Ability to analyze data and make informed decisions to drive cost savings
- Experience in supplier management and production planning is a plus
This position offers competitive compensation to start - and lots of room to grow if performance justified. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for optimizing procurement processes, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $35.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Ability to Commute:
- Richardson, TX 75081 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Richardson, TX 75081: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person