Steel Procurer

• Are more than a number
• Make an impact
• Are appreciated & rewarded for your efforts
• Have opportunities to grow & develop both professionally and financially

Located just a short drive away from Chicago, offering benefits such as tuition reimbursement, and providing a community-like work atmosphere, T&B Tube is looking to grow our team!

Location: Gary, IN

Job :149

# of Openings:1

WE’RE HIRING: STEEL PROCUREMENT PROFESSIONAL!

Ready to put your purchasing, supply chain, and problem-solving skills to work? We’re looking for a Steel Procurer who can keep materials moving, suppliers accountable, and production running smoothly!

• Analyze MRP data and identify material requirements
• Place and manage purchase orders for steel & raw materials
• Monitor supplier performance and on-time deliveries
• Resolve shortages, quality concerns, and purchasing issues
• Partner with suppliers, production planning, and internal teams
• Support inventory optimization and material availability
• Maintain accurate purchasing information in ERP/MRP systems
• Identify alternative materials and suppliers when challenges arise
• Help improve purchasing and supply chain processes

• Detail-oriented & organized
• Self-motivated and dependable
• Strong communication & problem-solving skills
• Comfortable working with numbers, data, and ERP/MRP systems
• Knowledge of steel grades and raw materials is a plus
• Associate degree in Supply Chain, Business, Manufacturing, or related field preferred —
  equivalent experience considered!

• Embraces ACI’s 1 T.E.A.M. culture;
  Trusting, Energetic, Analytical and Mindful.
• Review and analyze MRP reports to identify steel and raw material requirements.
• Place purchase orders for steel and related materials to support production schedules and customer demand.
• Ensure all purchase orders are entered accurately, including quantities, pricing, delivery dates, and material specifications.
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery and compliance with purchase order requirements.
• Follow up with vendors regarding late deliveries, shortages, quality concerns, or other order discrepancies.
• Work with suppliers and internal teams to resolve purchasing, delivery, and inventory issues.
• Understand steel grades, raw material specifications, and approved material substitutions to maintain production continuity.
• Evaluate alternative materials and suppliers when shortages or supply disruptions occur.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and update purchasing information within the ERP/MRP system.
• Communicate material risks, shortages, and delivery concerns to production planning and management.
• Support inventory optimization efforts while maintaining adequate material availability.
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Continuously seek opportunities to improve purchasing processes, supplier performance, and overall supply chain effectiveness.

• Associate's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Manufacturing, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, manufacturing, or materials management preferred.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems.
• Knowledge of steel products, raw materials, and manufacturing processes is preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

• Highly motivated and results-oriented.
• Strong…