Purchasing Analysts

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities, supplier performance trends, and purchasing inefficiencies.
• Work closely with the engineering and production teams to forecast material requirements based on historical sales data.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of supplier scorecards and KPIs.
• Support the optimization of inventory by preparing data-driven insights and recommendations.
• Monitor inventory levels and lead times to minimize stockouts or overstock scenarios.
• Collaborate with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and resolve any supply-related issues.
• Maintain and update procurement databases, reports, and records in ERP systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field. OR 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement analysis, or supply chain within a manufacturing or industrial environment; hydraulics or related industry experience preferred.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in supply chain or procurement (e.g., CPSM, CSCP) is a plus.
• Knowledge of hydraulic components and systems is highly desirable.
• Experience with lean manufacturing or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and procurement software.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to sit, type, and read.
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Must be able to pass criminal background checks, pre-placement health appraisals, and drug screening.
• Work environment regularly exposes employees to a light noise level.
• Employees may be required to enter the Company's shop area and visit customer sites where the noise level may be moderate to high.

Fluidyne Fluid Power is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Fluidyne Fluid Power is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. The above-noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the numerous tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the employee a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of the position. The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. As the nature of the business demands change, so also may the essential functions of this position.