Now Hiring | Purchasing Manager

Location – Fort Worth, TX

Rio Grande Pacific Technology Inc. (RioTech) is seeking a motivated Purchasing Manager to join our growing maintenance team. This position works with people from multiple states to facilitate purchasing of goods and services and follows up to arrange for delivery and fulfillment. This position works out of the headquarter office, which has a professional/family atmosphere. RioTech strives to allow for a positive work/life balance for employees.

You will work closely with experienced Project Managers and Signal Experts, gaining invaluable insights into the day-to-day operations of signal construction and working with cutting-edge technology to support transportation systems.

Role/Purpose

  • Work with suppliers to source and procure materials needed for construction/maintenance project
  • Negotiate pricing from vendors
  • Track & maintain inventory as needed for projects
  • Generate quotes needed for product sales
  • Process all product orders

Key Responsibilities & Duties

  • Work with customers to quote, process, expedite, change or cancel all product orders
  • Review product invoices
  • Contact vendors to negotiate pricing, process purchase orders, track material
  • Verify receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolve shipment errors
  • Request quotes, schedule freight for project material deliveries to work site, return container deliveries
  • Send maintenance clients purchase order request for approval, order material as requested for maintenance
  • Handle all product and project material warranty repairs
  • Order all supplies or tools needed for construction crew
  • Establish and update an approved vendor/inventory supplier database
  • Monitor and report on project status
  • Respect and abide by corporate policies and procedures
  • Other tasks as assigned

Required Qualifications

  • Education: Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent (preferably with a background in purchasing or accounting).
  • Technical Interest: A keen interest in electrical, mechanical, or electronic systems, and a desire to work in the transportation industry.
  • Skills: Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and good manual dexterity. Proficient in Microsoft Office and ability to learn Purchasing software.
  • Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to effectively work with team members and report issues.
  • Work Ethic: Punctual, reliable, and capable of working as part of a team or independently when required.
  • Aptitude for Learning: Willingness to engage in training and development opportunities, with the ambition to advance in the field.

Benefits

  • Health and dental insurance per RIOTECH Policy
  • Short-term disability insurance per RIOTECH Policy
  • Qualified profit-sharing plan per RIOTECH Policy
  • 5 compensated leave days per year (prorated for the 1st year)
  • 2 weeks of vacation per year (prorated for the 1st year)

All the above benefits are currently 100% funded by RIOTECH, including employee health benefits. There is a contributed cost on insurance if you wish to add dependents.

You will be required to complete an employment application, submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test and pass a background check. This position will include a standard ninety (90) day probationary period. 

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