ABOUT ALPHA SOUTHWEST:

Over the last 60 years, Alpha Southwest has grown into the largest deep-set turbine and water well contractor in New Mexico and the far West Texas region. Our headquarters are in Albuquerque, and we have supply and service capabilities for booster pumps and wells, electrical switchgear and controls, and electric motors. We also maintain an operational facility in El Paso, TX. We serve the municipal, industrial, and commercial markets, focusing on significant maintenance contracts that cover deep-set turbine pumps, fluid transferring booster pumps, and wastewater submersible sewage pumps as well as electrical services (control voltage up to 4160V) and instrumentation/controls, SCADA systems, flow measurement, valves, and well and vertical turbine pump rehabilitation, repair, and replacement. ASW also has fabrication and machining at both shops to support these activities.
Summary: The successful candidate will have strong organizational, customer service, and computer skills and must prioritize tasks and work closely with service technicians, customers, vendors, and our engineers to ensure all parts and service needs are met, maintaining smooth operations and customer satisfaction. This position is responsible for coordinating customer product needs and obtaining orders of pumps, motors, and electrical equipment/systems, tracking all orders, ensuring timely delivery, accepting all deliveries, and monitoring inventory.

REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual should meet all or most of the requirements below. They represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities this functional position requires. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred for this position.
• Minimum of six years of experience purchasing specialized equipment and technical services.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, equipment and parts specifications, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Able to write simple supply tracking reports
• Ability to use intermediate mathematics–able to apply concepts in Algebra and Geometry.
• Be proficient with Windows-based personal computer programs
• Able to solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables in situations with limited standardization. Able to evaluate, adapt, and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form. Able to deal with daily administrative activities, manage change, and make sound decisions
• Must be self-motivated and be a team motivator.
• Possess exceptional customer service skills, excellent written and oral communication skills and listening skills

JOB KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of water well pumps/production, and equipment
  Disclaimer: This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. An incumbent may and probably will be asked to perform other duties as needed. Regardless of classification, employees must maintain a safe, orderly, clean workplace, using safety precautions and always observing safety rules.
  Job Type: Full-time
  Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What is your desired pay?

Experience:

• Supply Chain/Parts Sourcing: 6 years (Preferred)
• Mechanical Parts/Equipment: 6 years (Preferred)
• Inside Sales: 6 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Albuquerque, NM 87105 (Required)

Work Location: In perso

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect and verify parts specifications, pricing, purchasing, expediting, bid analysis, inventory, and invoice auditing.
• Communicate with the team when items are ordered and the timeline for shipping and arrival.
• Track and receive all ordered materials and inform appropriate team members of their arrival and location in the yard.
• Complete standard purchasing forms, including bid requests, material requisitions, purchase orders, delivery tickets, logs, reports, and trends.
• Support the company in the preparation of estimates by contracting vendors for budgetary pricing for equipment and materials.
• Support the company in forming, implementing, and administering supplier contracts and procedures.
• Ensure all contract administration procedures are followed and executed professionally.
• Assist with the ongoing administration of supplier contacts and ensure adherence to contract requirements.
• Communicate with co-workers, suppliers, vendors, technical resources, and clients.
• Work in a schedule-driven environment.
• Manage budgets and avoid delays and additional costs, including shipping.
• Develop suppliers and vendors.
• Communicate effectively via phone and email with customers.
• Coordinate with in-house engineers, fabrication shop, and field personnel.
• Research the price and availability of parts.
• Practice safe work habits and comply with all quality, safety, health, and environmental policies, procedures, programs, and regulations.
• Ensure the accuracy of delivery-time /location of materials and their quantities.
• Maintain a supply-tracking sheet to provide visibility into current orders by job and expected ship date.
• Participate in regularly scheduled meetings.
• Ensure and secure adequate and proper parts for the machine shop, fabrication, field, and office.
• Stay informed about new suppliers, products, specifications, and industry trends.

To perform this job successfully, an individual should meet all or most of the requirements below. They represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities this functional position requires. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• A bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred for this position.
• Minimum of six years of experience purchasing specialized equipment and technical services.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, equipment and parts specifications, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Able to write simple supply tracking reports
• Ability to use intermediate mathematics–able to apply concepts in Algebra and Geometry.
• Be proficient with Windows-based personal computer programs
• Able to solve practical problems and deal with various concrete variables in situations with limited standardization. Able to evaluate, adapt, and carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, and diagram form. Able to deal with daily administrative activities, manage change, and make sound decisions
• Must be self-motivated and be a team motivator.
• Possess exceptional customer service skills, excellent written and oral communication skills and listening skill