Procurement Specialist

THE ROLE  We're looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Procurement Specialist to join our team! In this role, you'll help keep our inventory organized, stocked, and running smoothly by managing purchasing activities and inventory levels. You'll work closely with suppliers, customers, and internal teams to ensure materials are available when needed and help identify opportunities to improve efficiency and control costs. If you enjoy working with data, solving problems, building strong supplier relationships, and keeping operations on track, we'd love to hear from you. WHAT YOU’LL DO  Demand Planning & Inventory Management * Monitor inventory levels, including minimum, maximum, and safety stock requirements, and make recommendations for inventory adjustments. * Coordinate and oversee inventory cycle counts to ensure accuracy. * Track incoming orders and communicate delivery status to relevant teams. * Provide daily inventory level reports to customers. * Analyze inventory trends and forecast future material needs to balance supply and demand while minimizing stockout risks. Procurement & Supplier Management * Prepare and submit weekly inventory purchase orders to vendors. * Serve as a key point of contact between suppliers and internal departments to resolve procurement and inventory-related issues. * Evaluate supplier performance and ensure products are delivered on time and meet quality standards. * Maintain records of supplier communications and meetings to support compliance with company expectations. * Coordinate supplier shipments to support inventory requirements and operational needs. Operational Excellence & Business Support * Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve purchasing efficiency. * Assist with additional projects and responsibilities as needed. * As business needs evolve, responsibilities may be adjusted or expanded to support company objectives. QUALIFICATIONS  * Strong organizational and time-management skills. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * High level of attention to detail and accuracy. * Strong math and analytical skills. * Fast and accurate data entry abilities. * Proficiency in Microsoft Excel. * Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and take initiative. * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. MUST HAVES  * High school diploma or equivalent required. * 1–2 years of related purchasing, procurement, or inventory control experience. * Experience managing inventory with a large number of SKUs is preferred. ABOUT TRAKMOTIVE Since our founding in 1996, TrakMotive has operated as a global leader in the automotive aftermarket, specializing in the design, manufacture, and distribution of high-quality components.  We are more than just a parts supplier; we are a full-service partner to the industry’s largest distributors and retailers, known for our 100% brand-new CV Axles, Drive Shafts, and Window Regulators.  WHY WORK WITH US?   When you join us, you’re getting the best of both worlds: the stability of a company that’s been growing since 1996 and the excitement of a global team that’s still reaching for more. We take pride in the fact that many of our senior leaders are long-term employees who started their careers at TrakMotive. We aren’t just looking for someone to fill a seat—we’re looking for someone who wants to have real impact and grow their career alongside us   PHYSICAL DEMANDS & REQUIREMENTS  Physical Effort: Occasional to frequent lifting and carrying of up to 50 lbs. Position involves a combination of stationary work and frequent movement throughout the facility and across multiple levels. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  Safety:   Legal: Must be 18+ years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.  Pre-employment: Ability to pass a post-offer background check and drug screen.  Equal Opportunity Employer AIT Corporation DBA TrakMotive is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition, family care status, military or veteran status, marital status, domestic partner status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal laws. Fair Chance & Accommodations Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, we will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment. We also provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA).