ERCO Ceilings & Interiors has been providing interior solutions to residential and commercial clients throughout the tri-state area for over 60 years. Family owned and operated, ERCO brings a unique combination of products and services unlike anyone else in the industry. Pride, integrity, and willingness to adapt has awarded us the opportunity to work on countless initiatives and foster long-lasting relationships.
We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to join our Doors & Hardware team in Glassboro, NJ. The ideal candidate will have experience sourcing and purchasing commercial doors, frames, architectural hardware, access control components, and related building products. This role is critical in ensuring accurate procurement, competitive pricing, and timely delivery of materials to support project schedules and customer expectations.
Responsibilities
- Source and procure commercial hollow metal doors and frames, wood doors, architectural hardware, electronic access control products, and specialty openings.
- Evaluate supplier and manufacturer proposals to ensure compliance with project specifications and customer requirements.
- Negotiate pricing, lead times, and purchasing agreements with manufacturers, distributors, and vendors.
- Generate and maintain purchase orders within company ERP systems.
- Coordinate directly with project managers, estimators, sales representatives, and vendors to ensure project requirements are clearly communicated.
- Track and expedite material deliveries to meet project schedules.
- Review submittals, shop drawings, and hardware schedules for procurement accuracy.
- Identify value engineering opportunities and recommend cost-saving alternatives when appropriate.
- Maintain strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturer representatives.
- Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor performance metrics, and procurement documentation.
- Ensure compliance with company policies and industry standards throughout the procurement process.
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401(k) with Company Matching
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance (Company Paid)
- LTD Insurance (Company Paid)
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Employee Discounts
- And More Perks!
Required Skills and Qualifications
- 3+ years of procurement, purchasing, project coordination, or estimating experience within the construction industry.
- Knowledge of commercial door and hardware products, manufacturers, and industry standards.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, hardware schedules, and submittal documents.
- Experience negotiating pricing and managing supplier relationships.
- Proficiency with NetSuite, Salesforce, Microsoft Office Suite, or similar ERP and CRM platforms.
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and customer satisfaction.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with Division 08 products, including doors, frames, architectural hardware, and access control systems.
- Understanding of ANSI, BHMA, NFPA, ADA, and life-safety requirements related to door openings.
- Experience reviewing hardware sets and coordinating project procurement for commercial construction projects.
- AHC, DHC, or related industry certifications are a plus.
