Procurement & Sourcing Specialist in Bristol, Pennsylvania at AIRLINE HYDRAULICS CORPORATION

Position Overview:

We are looking for a detail-oriented and forward-thinking Strategic Procurement Specialist to oversee the purchasing of industrial inventory that supports both internal operations and customer fulfillment. This individual will play a key role in building and managing a data-informed replenishment approach to improve purchasing efficiency, maintain optimal stock levels, and ensure consistent product availability. This hybrid role is based in Bristol, PA.

Primary Responsibilities:

Procurement & Supplier Management

• Manage sourcing and purchasing of industrial inventory from a network of approved vendors
• Lead negotiations related to pricing, terms, and agreements to drive cost savings
• Build and maintain productive supplier partnerships while monitoring vendor performance

Inventory Planning & Replenishment

• Evaluate historical usage and demand patterns to support accurate forecasting
• Design and maintain an automated replenishment strategy to guide purchasing decisions
• Partner with sales and operations teams to ensure inventory levels align with business needs

Analytics & Performance Monitoring

• Track procurement metrics using ERP systems and analytics tools
• Assess data to uncover trends, mitigate risks, and identify opportunities for improvement
• Create reports and dashboards to support planning and decision-making

Operational Improvements

• Identify and implement efficiencies within procurement processes
• Reduce manual tasks through automation and system enhancements
• Contribute to broader supply chain optimization and digital initiatives

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or a related discipline
• At least 5 years of experience in procurement or supply chain, ideally within manufacturing or industrial settings
• Strong analytical capabilities, including experience with forecasting or inventory planning
• Hands-on experience with ERP platforms (such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar) and advanced Excel or reporting tools
• Effective negotiation, communication, and organizational skills
• Familiarity with automated purchasing or replenishment systems is a plus

Benefits:

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Disability effective first of the month after the hire date
• PTO accrual begins upon hire
• Referral bonuses
• 100% employee-owned plus 401k with company match