What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing & Sales Manager position at L&N Metal Works?
Purchasing & Sales Manager
L & N Metal Works is a family-owned full-service fabrication facility located in Gillett, WI. Our 20,000 square foot facility is equipped with advanced fabrication equipment including a tube laser, 2 fiber plate lasers, a 13’ press brake, tube bending equipment, a laser welder, and a robotic welder. In addition to laser cutting and forming of custom production parts, L & N Metal Works fabricates metal railings, stair framing, structural steel, cat walks, ladders, decorative steel, and other metal projects.
Role Description
The Purchasing & Sales Manager position is a full-time on-site role in Gillett WI. The Purchasing & Sales Manager will:
- Oversee and manage procurement activities, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services, develop purchasing strategies, oversee supplier relationships, and coordinate inventory management.
- Plan, execute, and deliver sales-related projects, ensuring they align with organizational goals, budgets, and timelines, while working with clients, and stakeholders
Purchasing Responsibilities
- Sourcing and Procurement: Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate pricing, and ensure the timely delivery of goods and services.
- Cost Management: Focus on reducing costs, improving efficiency, and ensuring the organization gets the best possible value for its spending.
- Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, develop strategies for managing stock, and ensure that the right materials are available at the right time.
- Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring that they are reliable and responsive.
- Market Analysis: Stay informed about market trends, pricing, and availability of goods and services.
- Negotiation: Negotiate contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions for the organization.
- Problem Solving: Address any issues or problems that arise in the procurement process, such as delays, quality issues, or disputes with suppliers.
- Data Analysis: Analyze data to identify trends, measure performance, and make informed decisions.
- Communication: Communicate effectively with management and other departments, as well as with external suppliers.
Sales Responsibilities
- Client Relationships: Establish and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing customers.
- Product/Service Knowledge: Understand the company's products or services thoroughly to effectively communicate their value to customers.
- Research Prices: Get quotes from vendors and contractors for materials and services.
- Create Estimates: Prepare cost estimates for projects, products, and services.
- Order Processing: Ensure orders are processed correctly and efficiently, from receipt to fulfillment.
- Communication: Collaborate with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
- Track Costs: Gather and analyze data on costs, including materials, labor, location, and duration.
- Performance Monitoring: Track project progress and performance, identifying areas for improvement.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks that could impact project success.
Qualifications
- Experience with JobBoss2 (or similar ERP system)
- Purchasing experience (1 years)
- Sales or estimating experience (1 years)
- Strong computer skills
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel & Word
- Strong math and analytical skills
- Detail oriented & organized
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and adapt to shifting priorities
- Time management skills & initiative
- Must have good work history and attendance record
- Strong oral & written communication skills
- Ability to interact and work well with others
- Good decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Good business sense – able to see the big picture
- Ability to develop and improve upon product knowledge
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
Job Type
- Full time; 7 am to 4:30 pm preferred, but flexible.
- Monday - Friday
- Salaried position.
- In-person only
Visit our Website
https://lnmetalworks.com/
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
