Senior Procurement Specialist - 1st

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Dayton, OH
Employment Type: 1st Shift, Full-time, Direct hire

Job Brief
Kable Workforce Solutions is hiring a Senior Procurement Specialist for our client. This role will be responsible for sourcing, evaluating, purchasing, and tracking materials, equipment, and services. This position works directly with engineering, production, and suppliers to prevent shortages, resolve delivery issues, and maintain reliable supply for product builds.

What’s a Typical Day Like?

• Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with supplies, conducting regular performance reviews based on cost, quality, and service.
• Prepare, process, and track purchase orders and requisitions for raw materials, services, and equipment.
• Negotiate contract terms, pricing, and service agreements to minimize costs and maximize value.
• Conduct market research to stay updated on industry trends, pricing, and potential supply chain disruptions.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with internal departments to align purchasing with demand.
• Ensure compliance with company, local, and federal regulations; maintain accurate records of purchases and invoices.

What Are the Requirements of the Job?

• 3+ years of experience in procurement in a manufacturing environment
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
• Ability to work across multiple projects and priorities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel)
• Organized, detail-oriented, and responsive
• Experience in a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with electrical industry
• Ability to read bills of material or technical drawings
• Degree in business, supply chain, or related field
• Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to move or lift up to 50+ lbs.
• Ability to reach, grasp, hold, push, pull, bend, twist, squat, climb, kneel.
• Ability to utilize hand/eye coordination.
• Capability to stand for prolonged periods of time
• Communication skills.

How to Apply And Next Steps?
Please submit your resume in our application by clicking “apply now.” We look forward to reviewing your application and you will hear from us within 1 business day.

About Kable Workforce Solutions
For over 50 years, Kable Workforce Solutions has been connecting skilled professionals with leading employers across the region. We’re dedicated to helping people build lasting careers and helping companies grow through quality, integrity, and partnership.

We believe in people first — empowering individuals to succeed and celebrating the work that drives our communities forward.

Kable Workforce Solutions is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Read our full diversity statement here.

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and other management as required.