Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist

The Role:

Supply Chain & Procurement Specialist

What You’ll Do:

Procurement & Purchasing

• Manage purchasing activities, including creating and processing purchase orders and maintaining accurate records.
• Source and order materials, supplies, and equipment to meet operational needs.
• Ensure timely delivery of goods, resolve order issues, and coordinate returns of defective items.
• Support non-inventory purchases and invoice processing.

• Build and maintain positive vendor relationships.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and performance standards to optimize cost and quality.
• Evaluate and onboard new suppliers; oversee compliance, tax, and contract requirements.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and track vendor quotations.

• Continuously improve sourcing and procurement processes for efficiency and cost savings.
• Develop and update ordering guides and sourcing plans for key components and assemblies.
• Lead special procurement projects such as new product launches or sub-assembly sourcing.

• Monitor open orders, lead times, and delivery schedules to align with production and operations.
• Coordinate materials for contract manufacturers and oversee receiving and documentation.
• Prepare monthly purchasing and performance reports.

• Conduct quality checks on materials and assemblies.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations to resolve quality or supplier issues.

• Communicate effectively with leadership and cross-functional teams to support organizational goals.
• Represent the Supply Chain function in meetings and initiatives.

• Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership.

• 1 year of supply chain, logistics, or related experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business, logistics, or a related field required.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in ERP/procurement systems and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Procurement and sourcing best practices.
• Supply chain management and vendor relations.
• Contract negotiation and cost analysis.
• Inventory control and compliance standards.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities.
• Integrity and ethical judgment.
• Adaptability and initiative.
• Strong collaboration and communication.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• CIPS, CPSM, CSCP, or similar professional certifications preferred.

• Medical insurance with 1 HSA and 2 PPO plan options
• Flex Spending Account (FSA)/Dependent Care FSA
• Dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability insurance
• Critical illness and hospital indemnity plans
• 401k with company contribution
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company paid telemedicine 24/7 access
• Wellness Program
• Employee discount program
• 8 paid holidays, plus 1 floating holiday
• 15 days of PTO accrued in year 1
• Generous referral bonus program
• Work life balance (a must!)
• Team building, attendance at our annual kickoff each January, and other fun events
• Relaxed professional dress code

Kings III is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.