div>Preferred Qualifications:
Employees in this classification stand, walk, sit, use fingers repetitively, use wrists or hands repetitively in twisting motion or while applying pressure, use both hands simultaneously, have rapid mental/muscular coordination, speak clearly, hear normal conversation, see small details, drive a vehicle, use a computer and a telephone. The Associate Superintendent, Business Services provides overall leadership and assumes administrative responsibility for the planning, operation, supervision and evaluation of the divisions/departments of finance, facilities and construction, purchasing and warehousing, maintenance, transportation, food services, technology, security, and other administrative services.
The Purchasing Specialist works closely with Quality Engineering, Planning, and International Sourcing teams to resolve supplier issues, support First Article requirements, and assist in process improvements that enhance cost, quality, and operational efficiency. This role manages supplier relationships, ensures on-time delivery of materials, analyzes purchasing data, and supports continuous improvement across the supply chain.
Education and /or Experience Required: 2+ years in purchasing support, supply chain admin, vendor coordination, freight forwarder coordination, or operations coordination Logistics experience preferred Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively coordinate internally and follow up with vendors, ensuring clear and accurate information exchange with urgency Excel proficiency (filters, pivots, lookups); PowerQuery/BI a plus Experience with ERP systems (Navision) preferred Familiarity with shipment tracking, RMAs/returns, and warehouse coordination preferred Problem-solving skills to identify and assist the department in resolving any issues Must be detail-oriented, organized and able to handle multiple priorities daily. With 30 years of experience in the wireless industry, Superior Communications has become the nations largest manufacturer and distributor of wireless accessories with the broadest product offerings and services for all channels of distribution.
li>Identifies and implements continuous improvement opportunities, assessing current and future business processes for best work practice, as well as innovative procurement solutions that provide cost savings and process efficiencies for the organization.
li>Receive, evaluate, and award bids and price quotations for large-quantity purchases to ensure lawful, competitive, and cost-effective procurement outcomes, using bid management platforms (e.g., online bidding portals) and procurement records maintained in ERP and EAM systems (e.g., Oracle EBS, IBM Maximo).
The ideal candidate brings proven experience supervising teams, negotiating with foreign suppliers, navigating international freight and customs processes, and improving key KPIs such as inventory turns, fill rates, and on time delivery. The Purchasing Supervisor will lead inventory management, demand planning, supplier coordination, and purchasing operations to ensure product availability, optimized working capital, and strong customer service performance.
Identifies and implements continuous improvement opportunities, assessing current and future business processes for best work practice, as well as innovative procurement solutions that provide cost savings and process efficiencies for the organization. + Develops and establishes category management in accordance with the overall best practices, procurement strategy, processes and procedures and ensures category management delivers against targets and objectives.
li>Strategic Sourcing & Purchasing: • Oversee sourcing and purchasing of industrial components including: • Pump and expander components • Seals, bearings, motors, fasteners • Castings and machined parts • Specialty industrial materials and services • Review and approve purchase requisitions, supplier selections, and high-value purchase orders. This is a high-impact leadership role responsible for driving sourcing strategy, supplier performance, inventory optimization, and cost control while ensuring material availability aligns with operational execution and customer commitments.