Purchasing Manager

Company Description

Join the Alto-Shaam Team 

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Whether you're just beginning your career or have years of assembly experience—you've come to the right place. Working at Alto-Shaam means you’re part of a passionate team of people all working together towards one common goal. We want you on our team, because you believe in getting better every day. That kind of continuous improvement is what leads to promotions, pay raises, and company-wide innovation.

Since 1955, Alto-Shaam has pioneered industry-leading foodservice equipment that anticipates and responds to industry needs. Our solutions have helped generations of foodservice professionals enhance their menus while providing a greater return on their investment.

Job Description

The ideal candidate for a Purchasing Manager would be able to do the following:

Material Availability

• Leverage Oracle ERP to ensure proper material supply is maintained to support production and customer orders. This includes maintaining proper inventory planning parameters for sourced components.
• Collaborate with Materials Management and Suppliers to deploy and execute a plan for every part (PFEP)

Process Optimization Using Oracle:

• Utilize Oracle procurement modules to streamline purchasing processes, automate order placements, and ensure real-time visibility of inventory and purchasing data.
• Drive system adoption within the team, troubleshoot issues, and explore Oracle updates to improve efficiency.

Cross-functional Collaboration:

• Provide daily and weekly updates as needed to Operations and Executive Leadership regarding potential interruptions of supply.
• Work closely with engineering and operations teams to implement engineering changes.
• Ensure effective communication and coordination on inventory planning and project timelines.

Data Analysis and Reporting:

• Use Oracle data to generate reports and analyze product availability and inventory turns.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to assess procurement efficiency, budget adherence, and supplier performance, and prepare reports for senior management.

Compliance and Documentation:

• Ensure that all procurement activities comply with company policies and global regulations.
• Oversee documentation within Oracle to maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier agreements.
• Trained in and adheres to the procedures outlined in the TA-390 Supply Chain Training Matrix.

Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of purchasing professionals, including buyers and procurement coordinators, to achieve departmental goals and ensure high performance.
• Provide training and guidance on planning and procurement best practices and Oracle use for efficiency and compliance.

Qualifications

For a candidate to be successful as a Purchasing Manager they must have:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in purchasing, materials management, or supply management in a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelors’ degree or equivalent experience required.  Emphasis in Business, Supply Chain, or Operations Management preferred.
• Demonstrated experiences in Supply Chain Management. CPSM or APICS certification preferred.
• Proven experience and skillset with ERP systems, including Oracle is required.
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer skills inclusive of all Microsoft Business Suite. Oracle Fusion experience is required.
• Strong analytical skills: Ability to interpret and communicate technical information with a high level of detail and accuracy with internal and external stakeholders.
• Team-oriented professional with strong collaboration, networking, and communication skills, able to effectively drive project execution with internal and external organizations.

Additional Information

For more information about our benefits, job duties, and company values, go to

https://www.alto-shaam.com/en