NAPPCO Fastener Company is a distributor of standard and specialized fasteners, electronic and access hardware. We are headquartered in Houston, TX with locations in Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio. It is our goal to pro…
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Full-time
bachelor degree
Posted 44d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
Manage the end-to-end procurement process, including purchase order maintenance, vendor performance monitoring, and supplier negotiations. Oversee demand planning and inventory health to balance high fill rates with low aged inventory while mentoring junior staff.
Requirements
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, or Business, or at least 5 years of purchasing experience. Proficiency in MS Office and ERP/MRP software is required, with a preference for experience in fasteners or continuous improvement methodologies.
Full job description
NAPPCO Fastener Company is a distributor of standard and specialized fasteners, electronic and access hardware. We are headquartered in Houston, TX with locations in Dallas, Austin, and San Antonio. It is our goal to provide our customers with quality-assured products that are competitively priced. Our company has a proud history of providing growth and advancement opportunities for its employees. This is an exciting and challenging opportunity for the right person.
The purchasing department is responsible for maintaining a working balance between operational efficiency, supplier relationship management, and financial stewardship. The department will be responsible for sourcing high-quality products, negotiating favorable terms, and building resilient supplier partnerships that ensure our customers never face a stockout.
Purchasing Department Goals:
Inventory Velocity & Health – Achieving the ideal balance between high fill rates in a timely manner (customer satisfaction) and low aged inventory (working capital efficiency).
Supply Chain Resilience – Identifying and mitigating risks by investigating alternatives/ substitutions and creating “Plan B” available inventory options while ensuring purchase cost meets planned gross profit percentages.
Sustainability & Compliance – Ensuring that 100% of the supply chain meets customer quality standards, ethical labor standards, and environmental targets.
Job Responsibilities:
Procurement & Vendor Management
Issue and manage purchase order maintenance from inception to receipt, ensuring 100% accuracy in pricing and delivery dates
Monitor vendor performance using on-time delivery and order accuracy
Manage the resolution of discrepancies regarding shipments, invoices, or product quality
Negotiate with suppliers on lead-time reductions, minimum order quantities, and price breaks
Demand Planning & Inventory Management
Manage replenishment parameters (Min/Max Levels, Reorder Points, Lead-times, etc.) to maintain optimal inventory health
Analyze historical sales data and seasonal trends to evaluate inventory health for short-term and long-term planning
Collaborate with Sales team to align procurement with demand signals.
Identify back-order or overstock situations and develop & communicate mitigation actions to resolve inventory risks in a timely and efficient manner
Solution back-order scenarios within 24 hours and/or communicate mitigation plan to Sales team
Execute monthly excess and dead stock inventory reviews and develop strategies to reduce “write-offs”.
Provide effective and timely communication for all critical supply disruptions.
Process Improvement & Strategy
Identify opportunities for automation within the procurement workflow to increase team efficiency
Mentor Jr. Buyer/ Planner on best practices in supply chain metrics
Review and update purchasing work instructions with new software features or communication procedures
Train and guide Jr. Buyer/ Planner on career development and growth plans
Support supply chain manager in implementing departmental standards and procurement values
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Supply chain, Logistics, Business or related field OR a Minimum of 5 years purchasing / materials management experience
Possess a great attention to detail
Excellent negotiation skills
Highly proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint)
Good analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to clearly present/ communicate inventory health risks and solutions to cross-functional stakeholders and/or leadership team
Possess proactive problem-solving to address supply disruptions before the Sales team knows they exist
Fastener experience preferred but not necessary.
Knowledge of Epicor Prophet 21 OR working experience in ERP/MRP software environments
Knowledgeable in overseas purchasing and purchase operations, a plus
Experience with a continuous improvement methodology (ISO, LEAN, Six Sigma)
Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
Ability to learn and adapt to varied work assignments
Willing to assume responsibility for efficiency and accuracy of work performed
Willing to accept other duties as assigned by direct supervisor
Powering manufacturers with fasteners and forward-thinking solutions since 1969.
Industry
Wholesale
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1969
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
LinkedIn followers
1,041
For over 50 years, NAPPCO Fastener Company has been a trusted supply chain partner to manufacturers across industries—from aerospace and defense to telecom, energy, infrastructure, and consumer products. Headquartered in Houston with locations in Dallas, and San Antonio, we deliver more than just fasteners: we provide engineered solutions that keep production moving.
As a leading distributor of standard and specialty fasteners, electronic components, and access hardware, we partner with the industry’s most respected manufacturers to offer a full range of products backed by ISO 9001:2015 certified quality processes. Our value goes beyond products, with services including Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), kitting and custom packaging, engineering support, tool maintenance, and vending solutions.
At NAPPCO, we believe strong supply chains are built on reliability, innovation, and relationships. Our people, expertise, and culture of service make us more than a distributor—we’re a partner dedicated to helping our customers reduce risk, improve efficiency, and achieve lasting success.
Offices: 7330 North Sam Houston Pkwy West, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77064, US · 750 International Parkway, Suite 135, Richardson, Texas 75081, US · 2540 Brockton Dr, Suite 108, Austin, Texas 78758, US · 4901 Whirlwind Dr, San Antonio, Texas 78217, US
Powering manufacturers with fasteners and forward-thinking solutions since 1969.
Industry
Wholesale
Company size
11-50 employees
Founded
1969
Headquarters
Houston, Texas
LinkedIn followers
1,041
For over 50 years, NAPPCO Fastener Company has been a trusted supply chain partner to manufacturers across industries—from aerospace and defense to telecom, energy, infrastructure, and consumer products. Headquartered in Houston with locations in Dallas, and San Antonio, we deliver more than just fasteners: we provide engineered solutions that keep production moving.
As a leading distributor of standard and specialty fasteners, electronic components, and access hardware, we partner with the industry’s most respected manufacturers to offer a full range of products backed by ISO 9001:2015 certified quality processes. Our value goes beyond products, with services including Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), kitting and custom packaging, engineering support, tool maintenance, and vending solutions.
At NAPPCO, we believe strong supply chains are built on reliability, innovation, and relationships. Our people, expertise, and culture of service make us more than a distributor—we’re a partner dedicated to helping our customers reduce risk, improve efficiency, and achieve lasting success.
Offices: 7330 North Sam Houston Pkwy West, Suite 200, Houston, Texas 77064, US · 750 International Parkway, Suite 135, Richardson, Texas 75081, US · 2540 Brockton Dr, Suite 108, Austin, Texas 78758, US · 4901 Whirlwind Dr, San Antonio, Texas 78217, US