Supply Chain Specialist

About the Job

Qwikkit is a fast-growing cabinet refacing manufacturer based in Houston, Texas, supporting multifamily and commercial customers across the U.S. We operate in a highly customized, make-to-order environment where supply chain reliability, cost control, and supplier performance directly impact our ability to deliver for customers.

Our Supply Chain team is growing, and we're looking for a Supply Chain Specialist to join us at our Langfield office.

This role is for someone who enjoys owning their work, digging into data, and partnering closely with operations to keep production moving. You understand how supply and demand affect a production floor, you're comfortable balancing forecasts vs. actuals, and you take pride in building strong supplier relationships that drive results.

If you enjoy being hands-on, solving real problems, and seeing the direct impact of your decisions — keep reading.

What You'll Be Doing

• Owning end-to-end supply chain performance for assigned product categories (such as decorative hardware, hinges, or packaging)

• Managing day-to-day supplier relationships, including communication, issue resolution, and performance tracking

• Leading supplier performance discussions and supporting quarterly business reviews (QBRs)

• Negotiating pricing, volume discounts, and category-specific cost improvements

• Monitoring and improving landed costs, including freight, tariffs, and duties

• Partnering with Inventory Management to optimize order quantities, safety stock, and MOQ

• Maintaining accurate category-level lead times and supplier OTIF (On-Time, In-Full) performance

• Collaborating closely with Operations, Engineering, Finance, Production Planning, and Customer Service

• Supporting new product launches, category transitions, and supplier readiness

• Participating in month-end and year-end inventory counts

• Supporting inbound and outbound logistics coordination as needed

• Contributing to continuous improvement efforts and standardized supply chain processes aligned with Qwikkit's Empowered Process-Oriented Culture (EPOC)

What We're Looking For

• 4+ years of experience in supply chain, purchasing, or category management within a manufacturing environment

• Strong understanding of how inventory supports production and customer delivery

• Experience working with forecasts vs. actuals and managing supply variability

Highly analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and make informed decisions

• Moderate Excel proficiency required (analysis, tracking, basic modeling)

• Comfortable working independently once trained and taking initiative in a fast-paced environment

• Strong communication skills and the ability to partner across departments

• Experience working as part of a small, cross-trained team where collaboration and flexibility are essential

Interview Information

Our interview process includes:

Initial interview with HR

Teams interview (Microsoft Teams)

In-person interview at our Langfield office

Excel skills assessment will be administered before the final in-person interview to better understand technical proficiency.

Benefits & Perks

Competitive base salary

Company benefits package (medical, dental, vision)

Profit Sharing program

401(K)

Paid Weekly

Domestic Partner Eligibility

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Employee Assistance Program

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Observed Holidays

Leave Programs such as Military, Jury Duty, and Bereavement Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Employee Purchase Program

Education expense reimbursement

Collaborative, people-first culture

Opportunity to grow with a scaling manufacturing company

Our Culture

At Qwikkit, we believe taking care of the team is how we take care of the business. We value ownership, accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement. This role is an active participant in that culture — supporting teammates, improving processes, and helping the company grow responsibly.

Qwikkit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected status