47 Purchasing Manager Jobs in Houston, TX
Cohen Industrial Supply is Hiring a Purchasing Manager Near Houston, TX
The Purchasing Manager will oversee and direct the activities of the purchasing department.
Duties/Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, negotiate terms and agreements, and evaluate supplier performance to ensure quality, reliability, and favorable terms.
- Develop and implement procurement strategies, policies, and procedures aligned with business goals and industry best practices.
- Identify, evaluate, and select potential suppliers, source new products or services, and assess market trends to make informed procurement decisions.
- Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions.
- Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.
- Prepares and presents market conditions and merchandise cost reports.
- Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment.
- Drafts, explains, and implements instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management.
- Evaluates and approves conditions for issuing and awarding bids.
- Resolves grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
- Maintains and/or implements purchasing and recordkeeping systems.
- Acts as the company's representative in negotiations with suppliers.
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and efficiency gains within the procurement function.
- Coordinates removal or disposal of surplus materials.
- Administers the departmental budget.
- Support and promote the Vision, Mission, and Values of the company
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
- Proficiency in procurement software and tools.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Understanding of business and management principles.
- Thorough understanding of materials and supplies used in the company.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field (preferred).
- Proven experience as a Purchasing Specialist, Procurement Officer, or in a similar role.
- In-depth knowledge of local, state, and federal safety and environmental regulations.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Must be able to access all areas of the facility to determine needs.
- May require travel.
Job Summary
Full Time
$86k-109k (estimate)
06/26/2024
07/11/2024
cohenpipe.com
HOUSTON, TX
25 - 50
1989
LESLIE H COHEN
$10M - $50M
Wholesale
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About Cohen Industrial Supply
Since 1989, Cohen Industrial Supply Co., Inc. is one of the fastest growing independent ductile iron pipe fabrication and distribution companies in America. We are a full-service supplier of ductile iron, carbon steel, stainless steel, and PVC pipe, valves, and fittings serving contractors in the water, wastewater, and petrochemical industries From material takeoff to final billing, Cohen is truly a one-stop shop for all of your water and wastewater piping needs. We provide a turn-key scope of supply consisting of every single bolt, nut, gasket, pipe, valve, fitting, support, etc. to complete ...a job. We perform all of our fabrication services in-house in accordance with AWWA standards and our shops have been certified by SPFA and NSF-61. Over our 30+ year history, we have worked hard to form relationships with contractors as well as the engineers and governing bodies that employ them. Cohens staff is filled with some of the countrys top estimators, project managers, procurement specialists, and supply chain experts. We understand the bidding and estimating process that contractors go through competing for a job, and provide full-service take-offs and quotes using the plans and specifications formulated by these same groups. Cohen is happy to serve as a liaison between engineers and contractors to ensure all submittals and post-bid requirements are clearly defined. Lastly, and most importantly, we know it is mission critical to optimize the delivery process to ensure superintendents and foremen have a positive experience on the job site. One fitting left off the truck can completely halt operations, leaving contractors paying for both personnel and equipment without the work to perform. Our quality control procedures are some of the best in the industry.
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