Fontaine Fifth Wheel Company

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Supply Chain/Procurement Specialist to join our team in Jasper, AL. This role provides the opportunity to support both domestic and global sourcing efforts, contribute to cost-effective procurement strategies, and build strong supplier partnerships that drive operational performance.
This is a hands-on role ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals seeking exposure to end-to-end supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment.

About Fontaine Fifth Wheel

Fontaine Fifth Wheel is a global leader in fifth wheel coupling technology, serving the commercial vehicle industry with reliable, innovative, and safety-driven solutions. As part of Marmon Holdings, a Berkshire Hathaway company, Fontaine operates within a collaborative, decentralized environment focused on delivering long-term value and operational excellence across our global customer base.

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Entry-Level Supply Chain/Procurement Specialist to join our team in Jasper, AL. This role provides the opportunity to support both domestic and global sourcing efforts, contribute to cost-effective procurement strategies, and build strong supplier partnerships that drive operational performance.

This is a hands-on role ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals seeking exposure to end-to-end supply chain operations within a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Global Sourcing: Identify and evaluate potential suppliers in both international and domestic markets using various sourcing strategies.
• Supplier Management: Maintain and manage relationships with both global and domestic suppliers to ensure a consistent supply of goods or services.
• Contract Negotiation: Assist in negotiating contracts, agreements, and pricing with foreign and domestic vendors to optimize cost and quality.
• Collaboration: Work closely with teams in logistics, quality, production, sales, and engineering to ensure sourcing decisions align with operational needs.
• Compliance Awareness: Help ensure sourcing practices comply with company policies and applicable regulations (domestic and international).
• Data Analysis: Monitor supplier KPIs, pricing trends, and market conditions; support decision-making with accurate reporting.
• System & Process Support: Use ERP and procurement systems to manage PO creation, order tracking, and supplier records
• Reporting: Prepare and present detailed reports on the supplier performance and the effectiveness of both global and domestic sourcing strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel.
• Exposure to ERP or supply chain management systems is a plus.
• Previous internship or experience in procurement, supply chain, or a related field is preferred but not required.
• Travel up to 25% to support supplier visits or internal coordination.
• Willingness to work in a fast-paced, team-driven manufacturing environment

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.