Telecom Procurement Specialist

Procorement Specialist
Position Title: Procorement Specialist
Reports To: Warehouse Supervisor
Hourly Pay: $21.00 - $35.00

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30am - 4:00pm, overtime may be required. Hours may be flexible.

Established and growing Wireless Telecommunications Company with its headquarters located in Corona, CA is seeking a full-time Procorement Specialist with Telecommunications experience. The primary responsibility of the Procorement Specialist is to buy goods and services for all our construction and telecommunications projects (DAS, OSP, Microwave, etc.) as well as, perform a variety of warehouse duties, including material handling, data entry, recordkeeping, and customer service tasks to assist with the smooth operation of the operations team. This candidate must have previous purchasing, and administrative experience in the telecommunications industry. Must be an independent self-starter who is highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to multi-task and handle frequently changing priorities. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from project management
• Develop and manage supplier relationships to improve terms of cost, quality, delivery, and lead time
• Prepare and submit detailed job costing reports to project managers as requested
• Verify receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves shipments in error with suppliers
• Provide purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends
• Receive and enter into inventory any excess materials from completed projects
• Track and maintain assets and equipment
• Assists the Warehouse Manager with auditing the company's inventory and assets
• Track all employee related inventory in ShareMyToolbox.
• Follow instructions for auditing inventory, including cycle counts, transfers, and warehouse balancing
• Assist with occupational health and safety procedures

Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a purchasing agent or relevant role
• Minimum 2 years of purchasing experience preferred
• Must have 2 years of telecom (DAS, Microwave, OSP, Civil, etc.) materials experience
• Knowledge of the telecommunication industry is required
• Knowledge of the logistics industry with 1-2 years experience preferred
• Administrative skills with a minimum of 1-2 years experience preferred
• Must have a high level of computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to provide accurate entry of data and ability to handle administrative tasks as assigned
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to perform job tasks accurately and efficiently
• Abide by Industry Safety Standards
• Have a clean driving record and have a current personal auto insurance policy
• Independent, self-starter with the ability to also work effectively in a team situation
• Read, understand, and follow oral and written instructions and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with a variety of individuals and function calmly in stressful situations.
• High-energy individual with a strong work ethic
• Must have a flexible work schedule due to changing operational needs
• Willingness to provide moderate housekeeping as needed
• Must be able to work in an office and/or warehouse environment and safely use warehouse equipment
• Must be able to lift up to 50 (lbs) and withstand prolonged periods of walking and/or standing
• High school diploma

Company Offered Benefits include:

Employee paid medical after initial waiting period. Health, Dental, and Vision with defined monthly company contribution

401K participation after 6 months, Accrued vacation time (PTO), Potential Profit-sharing and bonuses, Bi-weekly payday Opportunity to grow and learn new skills.

Offered pay will be based on experience. All applicants must pass a pre-employment Drug and Physical Fitness Test. Background and Reference Checks are required and must be cleared before becoming an employee. Must have a valid CA driver’s license with a Satisfactory Driving Record and a current personal auto insurance policy. If you feel that you meet these qualifications and pride yourself on being a punctual, reliable person, with attention to quality workmanship please e-mail us your resume, cover letter, and salary requirements. No phone calls, please. No Search Firms or Recruiters.

Company Website: www.aztecs.net

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Telecom Materials (DAS, OSP, Microwave, etc.) Knowledge a Must! How many years have you worked in Telecom?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person