Purchasing Manager

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF JOB

The Purchasing Managers primary responsibilities include the following :

Develop overall strategy for increasing market share and developing the overall construction product line

Manage direct buy & sell purchasing strategy in US and / or coordinate purchasing with HQ Global Purchasing team

Evaluate current parts / services products to maximize sales and share growth opportunities

Rely on extensive experience and judgment to establish Parts and Service program sales channels and set growth goals

Work with engineering and product development to define develop and release new products based on market needs

Work with the VP of NA Sales to establish and identify market opportunities and develop pricing and program strategies to ensure competitiveness of company products focusing on Parts and Service

Maintain relationships with key vendors and clients and participate in contract development and negotiations

Prepare monthly quarterly and annual reports as needed

EDUCATIONAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Bachelors degree plus 510 years of related business experience in tractor ground care compact construction or OPE industry

Advanced capability of various software packages particularly Microsoft Excel Word and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of CRM and ERP tools desired.

Ability to independently plan and prioritize multiple projects with attention to detail and work collaboratively across functional areas

Approximately 20% travel required

Ability to build relationships and skillful in collaborating between interdepartmental personnel

Strong interpersonal written and verbal communication

Collect analyze and present results in a concise actionable format

Ability to manage business processes and troubleshoot issues that may arise

Key Skills

Inventory Control,Purchasing,Sourcing,Procurement,Vendor Management,HR Sourcing,ERP Systems,negotiation,Materials Management,Manufacturing,MRP,Contracts

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1