What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Manager position at KIOTI Tractor?
Purchasing Manager
Department:
Parts/ACC Business
Reports to:
CPTO
Location:
Wendell, NC
Position Status:
Full-Time
Status:
Salary, Exempt
Management Level:
Management
JOB SUMMARY
KIOTI Tractor, a leader in the design and manufacture of compact tractors, utility vehicles, turf care, and compact construction equipment, is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join our team onsite in Wendell, NC. The Purchasing Manager will be an energetic, passionate, and driven individual responsible for establishing and growing the Parts and Service division at KIOTI Tractor. This position will work with Executives, Sales, Marketing, and Product Support teams to establish KIOTI’s Parts and Service strategies to drive sales growth and achievement of company objectives for profitable growth. This industry expert will also be responsible for establishing a short-term and long-term road map and sales strategy for Parts and Service products.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES OF JOB
The Purchasing Manager’s 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 KIOTI 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
- Bachelor’s degree plus 5-10 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
