All-American Shutters & Glass · 3 days ago
Purchasing Specialist
West Palm Beach, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expAll-American Shutters & Glass is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to oversee their procurement operations in the hurricane protection industry. The role involves sourcing, purchasing, and managing materials critical to product manufacturing and installation processes, requiring a strong understanding of supply chain dynamics and vendor negotiations.
Construction
Responsibilities
Collaborate with cross-functional teams—to assess and define procurement needs
Source and evaluate vendors and suppliers for hurricane protection materials, ensuring quality, compliance, and cost-effectiveness
Research and analyze market conditions to inform cost projections, material availability, and vendor performance
Prepare, issue, and track purchase orders, requisitions, and contracts for goods and services
Draft and implement procurement policies, procedures, and best practices for vendor selection, cost control, and compliance
Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery timelines with suppliers while building long-term vendor relationships
Resolve supplier disputes, delivery issues, and quality concerns in a timely and professional manner
Maintain organized and accurate purchasing records, vendor documentation, and inventory tracking systems
Ensure timely delivery of materials to job sites to avoid project delays
Support sustainability and cost-efficiency initiatives within the procurement function
Stay current on relevant codes, regulations, and industry standards applicable to hurricane protection systems
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong negotiation abilities
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive mindset
Excellent organizational and time-management skills with extremely sharp attention to detail
Proven ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across departments
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field required
Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations
Preferred
Understanding of hurricane protection products, materials, and industry standards
Experience in construction, manufacturing, or building materials
Experience working with vendors in the hurricane protection or construction industry
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with NetSuite ERP or procurement software a plus
Company
All-American Shutters & Glass
With one of the largest collections of shutter, window, and door products on the market, All-American Shutters & Glass specializes in the development and improvement of residential, corporate, and commercial spaces to serve the needs of homeowners, property managers, developers and builders.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase