Procurement Analyst
Hotwire Communications Ltd
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Florida • United States
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About the role
- Prepare RFQ’s (Requests for Quotes) and assist with supplier sourcing to secure favorable terms and conditions; coordinate responses from/to suppliers placing bids.
- Evaluate supplier performance, identifying areas for improvement and potential risks.
- Maintain supplier relationships, including order execution, delivery coordination, performance monitoring, and resolution of supply or quality issues.
- Assess and approve direct-to-site purchasing decisions based on cost, lead time, warehouse capacity, and inventory exposure.
- Partner with warehouse teams to resolve receiving discrepancies, PO issues, and inventory variances.
- Serve as a Buyer-Planner on the Firming Team, translating forecasts and project demand into executable purchase orders.
- Manage warehouse replenishment and project-specific purchasing to support construction and deployment schedules.
- Partner with warehouse and inventory teams to define assigned warehouse safety stock levels, balancing service levels with inventory and cost targets.
- Utilize data analytics tools to analyze procurement and inventory data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations.
- Prepare reports on procurement (open PO’s, commitments) and inventory performance, highlighting key metrics and areas for improvement.
- Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement within the procurement and inventory management functions.
- Assist in implementing best practices to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
- Ensure competitive quotes are obtained for equipment orders.
- Special projects, ad hoc reporting as assigned by leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
- Proven experience in procurement and inventory management roles (minimum 3 years).
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency in data analysis tools.
- Familiarity with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics and Site Tracker a plus).
- Computer literacy with an advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on accuracy.
- Knowledge of industry best practices in procurement and inventory management.
- Experience with demand planning and forecasting tools a plus.
- Knowledge of technology procurement trends and contract negotiation best practices.
- Occasional travel required, approximately four times per year, to Fort Lauderdale, FL.
Benefits
- Comprehensive Healthcare/Dental/Vision Plans
- 401K Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Additional Holidays (including your Birthday!)
- Paid Volunteer Time
- Paid Parental Leave
- Hotwire Service Discounts – for employees who live on a property serviced by Hotwire.
- Discounted service offerings are provided for high-speed internet, video service, phone, and security service
- Employee Referral Bonuses
- Exclusive Entertainment Discounts/Perks
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
procurementinventory managementdata analysisdemand planningforecastingcontract negotiationsupplier performance evaluationorder executionwarehouse replenishmentprocess improvement
Soft Skills
analytical skillsdetail-orientedcommunicationproblem-solvingrelationship managementorganizational skillsteam collaborationadaptabilitytime managementleadership