Description
Red Dot Corporation, the leading producer of premium mobile HVAC units and components for heavy-duty commercial and military vehicles, is recruiting for the following position:
Procurement Specialist
Department:
Procurement
Reports to:
Purchasing Manager
Summary Description:
The Procurement Specialist based in Memphis, TN is responsible for executing the tactical supply chain strategy for their assigned parts, with a strong focus on Aftermarket purchasing (90%) and limited OE production support (10%). This role plays a critical part in ensuring material availability, meeting department Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and maintaining the health of daily purchasing operations.
Job Duties and Responsibilities (Essential Functions):
- Evaluate and improve procurement practices, policies, and supplier agreements; recommend process improvements that support Lean initiatives and business goals.
- Conduct price analyses and lead competitive bid events.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers—targeting cost savings, improved lead times, and long-term supply stability.
- Serve as the primary contact for assigned suppliers, managing communication, issue resolution, and performance.
- Support Quality team by coordinating with suppliers on the return of non-conforming materials and facilitating credits.
- Prepare and manage open order reports; communicate MRP exceptions and delivery risks to suppliers to ensure they meet current delivery requirements.
- Manage inventory levels and implement material replenishment strategies that meet Aftermarket stocking needs and OE production requirements.
- Utilize MRP data to generate purchase orders, schedule deliveries, and ensure product availability to support production and Aftermarket customer demand.
- Monitor KPIs – including inventory turns, on-time delivery, and inventory value targets.
- Act as a liaison between the Memphis production team and the OE procurement team in Puyallup, WA to escalate urgent component shortages or production issues.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with internal stakeholders (Production, Quality, Engineering, Sales) to identify supply risks and develop resolution plans.
- Support new initiatives and contribute to continuous improvement efforts across the department.
- Track and manage surplus and obsolete inventory; recommend and execute disposition strategies.
- Maintain accurate item setups within the MRP system.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:
- Demonstrates professionalism and serves as a positive representative of the company at all times, fostering a solution-oriented, collaborative approach in all interactions.
- Maintains comprehensive knowledge of company policies, quality procedures, and relevant compliance standards at the local, state, and federal levels.
- Actively contributes to departmental goals and performance targets; champions and implements new company initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
- Provides expert-level internal and supplier support, serving as a subject matter expert in supply chain matters. Proactively identifies issues and recommends strategic solutions to management.
- Works independently and as part of a cross-functional team with minimal supervision; exercises sound judgment in alignment with company policy and regulatory compliance.
- Communicates regularly with leadership regarding progress, risks, or deviations from schedule.
- Continuously seeks process improvements and contributes to Lean, VMI, and Kanban initiatives to drive operational efficiency and reduce waste.
- Presents a professional demeanor, using clear and respectful verbal and non-verbal communication in all business interactions.
- Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving skills—approaching challenges with curiosity, transparency, and a commitment to root-cause resolution.
- Possesses excellent communication skills for engaging with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers:
o Practices active listening and communicates clearly in both written and verbal formats.
o Maintains composure and professionalism under pressure; adept at de-escalating conflict and promoting constructive dialogue
o Navigates cross-cultural dynamics with sensitivity and adaptability
- Thrives in a dynamic environment, balancing multiple priorities while upholding high standards for accuracy, quality, and service.
Alignment with Company Values – R.I.S.E.
This position exemplifies our R.I.S.E. values:
· Respect: Engages with others thoughtfully, assumes positive intent, and communicates with care.
· Integrity: Acts with honesty, follows through on commitments, and solves problems without blame.
· Service: Puts customer and internal stakeholder needs first, and looks for collaborative, value-driven solutions.
· Excellence: Maintains a commitment to quality, detail, and continuous improvement.
As a Procurement Specialist, you’re not just managing supply chains – you’re rising to the occasion by delivering excellence, owning your work, and representing the company’s values in every interaction.
Requirements
Level Requirements (Minimum):
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field is required
Experience
- Minimum 4+ years of purchasing experience is required.
- ·Advanced user-level experience with MRP (3+ years preferred); experience within an ERP/MRP-based manufacturing environment strongly preferred.
- Demonstrated working knowledge of Lean principles and their application in a supply chain or manufacturing context.
Technical Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) is required.
- Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret data for decision-making and supplier negotiations.
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear.
- The employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms.
- Must have the ability to sit or stand at computer for extended periods of time
- The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- Sufficient manual dexterity and motor control to use common drafting implements and calculators.
Red Dot Corporation offers the following total compensation package for this role:
- Paid Sick Time/Paid Sick and Safe Time.
- Personal Time Off (PTO)
- Average of 14 paid holidays per year.
- Employer sponsored PPO Medical Plans, with employer subsidized premiums of at least 70% for non-tobacco users.
- Employer sponsored PPO Dental Plans dental, with employer subsidized premiums of at least 70% for non-tobacco users.
- Employer sponsored Vision Plans.
- Free Employee Assistance Program to all employees.
- Free Benefit Advocate access for insurance benefit inquiries.
- 401(k) employer contribution of 3% of annual salary*, regardless of participation.
- 100% ESOP Company, with vesting beginning after 1,000 hours.
- Employer Paid Basic Life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) premiums.
- Employer Paid Long Term Disability Insurance premiums.
- Employer Paid Washington State FML payroll taxes.
- Voluntary Benefits such as: Flexible Spending Accounts, Daycare Spending Accounts, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability Insurance, etc.
** Salary grade levels and placement are all based on a number of factors, including but not limited to: applicable experience, education, skill set, market.
Red Dot is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
