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Hybrid Corporate Quotation Specialist at AFC Industries

AFC Industries · Santa Fe Springs, United States Of America · Hybrid

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AFC Industries is a dynamic organization dedicated to providing supply chain management solutions for fasteners and assembly components to original equipment manufacturers, assembly plants, and other users of these products.

We support a diverse industry base of manufacturers across a broad range of industries. Our experienced team has a proven track record of helping manufacturers and assemblers reduce cost, improve quality, and increase efficiency.

 

We are A Company Culture Devoted to Innovation & Improvement

AFC provides localized expertise to customers in particular industries and geographies. We don't have a traditional hierarchical management structure where everyone simply "reports up." Instead, our company is made up of on-the-ground experts operating in an entrepreneurial fashion with the backing and support of an enterprise-grade organization.

Sharing cultural values breeds consistency and quality throughout our organization. Collectively, we are committed to a simple management approach, which influences our company culture and our management style

 

Job Description:

 

 

The Corporate Quotations Specialist, reporting to the Corporate Quotations Manager, supports

all aspects of the corporate quotation’s activity to efficiently and cost-effectively

support each business unit.

 

Activities and responsibilities of the Corporate Quotations Specialist include:

 

 

Sourcing, quoting, and pricing items accurately, competitively, and profitably.

  • Utilize established pricing systems & sourcing procedures.
  • Communicate effectively with AFC Industries colleagues at all levels on quote opportunities to obtain information to enhance our chances of obtaining the business.
  • Updates Quote Log with current information and status of quotations.
  • Analyze quotation/supplier information to offer most competitive and profitable response.
  • Negotiate with suppliers to provide best cost / lead time / and terms on a quotation.
  • Support, monitor and ensure compliance to internal purchasing policies, procedures and best practices.
  • Develop expertise and knowledge as it relates to product and supplier capabilities.
  • Identify and source new suppliers as needed.
  • Utilizes supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity and reliability.
  • Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers.
  • Facilitate timely responses to quotations to the Sales Dept, ensuring an on-time, accurate, and competitive response to all customer pricing inquiries.
  • Perform other functions and projects as directed by the Corporate Quotations Manager.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

 

 

 

Professional Experience Requirements:

 

Education:

  • High School diploma required.
  • College degree in business, materials management, operations management, engineering or related field a strong plus.

Work Experience:

 

  • 5+ years minimum experience in fastener industry or industrial distribution preferred.
  • Knowledge of import sources a strong plus.
  • Strong negotiation skills.
  • Working knowledge of laws and regulations relating to procurement and contracts.
  • Knowledge of purchasing and supply chain systems, LEAN principles of planning and MRP/ERP systems often required.
  • Financial acumen.
  • High competency level in MS Office applications.

 

 

Professional Skills:

 

  • Ability to communicate effectively
  • Professional attitude and representation
  • Networking skills
  • Strong planning and organizational skills
  • Analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Results-orientated
  • Strong teamwork skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Ability to establish relationships with vendors
  • Blueprint reading and understanding

 

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

 

We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled employer.

 

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