Company Description
American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 4000 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers.
Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products.
We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all.
It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence.
What we offer!
•$20 to $24/hr to start, due on experience
•FULL TIME/Permanent position
•Day shift from Monday to Friday
•Group health benefits; offered after 90 days
Job Description
This position oversees the procurement of parts, tools, equipment, maintenance supplies, safety gear, and other operational materials used in recycling facilities. Inventory ensures timely replenishment based on minimum stock levels and usage. Inventory liaises with internal teams and external suppliers to streamline procurement and inventory control processes.
Key Responsibilities
Inventory Management:•Monitor stock levels of supplies, tools, and parts used in recycling operations.
•Maintain and review reorder thresholds to ensure they align with usage trends.
•Perform regular cycle counts and full physical inventory audits.
•Update Maximo to reflect inventory levels and movements in real time and investigate any discrepancies in inventory counts.
•Track inbound and outbound orders to prevent overstocking and out-of-stock (OOS) situations.
Purchasing & Vendor Management:
•Coordinate with the Corporate Procurement Team to participate in AIM-wide contracts and negotiated rates (where applicable) to ensure best value for the site.
•Coordinate the logistics of purchase orders, stock transfers, deliveries, tagging, and processing.
•Process and document returns to vendors as required following established procedures.
•Ensure a competitive sourcing process is being followed for all procurement activities.
•Identify when inventory hits reorder points and initiate RFQs (Requests for Quotes).
•Evaluate supplier quotes based on pricing, lead time, and payment terms.
•Prepare and issue purchase orders (POs) in a timely manner.
•Track and expedite deliveries to avoid downtime in operations.
•Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
•Investigating and resolving any PO discrepancies, including quantity, quality, pricing, or delivery issues, in coordination with vendors and internal stakeholders.
•Coordinate with Operations and maintenance to anticipate needs.
•Communicate proactively with operations staff about stock levels and delivery timelines.
•Support cost control efforts by identifying savings opportunities in vendor sourcing or purchasing practices.
•Coordinate with maintenance and assets management.
Qualifications
•Oral and written communication skills. Computer skills. Clerical skills. Planning skills. Problem-solving skills.
•Take necessary measures to protect health and safety to prevent workplace accidents.
•Take the necessary measures to protect the environment by enforcing the regulations and laws in
•Carry out the evaluation of the receipt and shipment of orders in terms of integrity and quality.
•Communicate with purchasing for information relating to the quality of products received and possible.
•Ensure the reception, storage and distribution of products, spare parts and components.
•Maintain registers and reports of receipts, issues and stocks.
•Good sense of organization and priority management;
•Concerned about offering quality customer service
•Meticulousness and concern for a job well done
Additional Information
What we offer:
•A competitive wage, vacation, benefits and a 401k matching program
•The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development
•A dynamic & rewarding work environment that is also a lot of fun!
Phoenix, AZ
full_time
