Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for all aspects of inventory control and logistical functions, with the goal of managing the entire order cycle to ensure complete customer satisfaction and maintain company profitability. This position oversees all purchasing and logistical functions of the business.
This is a hands-on role that requires developing processes and procedures. The Purchasing Manager is also responsible for overall management, as well as hiring and training the right staff for the purchasing, stockroom, and shipping departments.

Supervisory Duties:

- Manage, hire, and train staff within three departments: Purchasing, Stockroom, and Shipping.
- Coordinate with direct reports and other department heads to review inventory needs and stock levels.

Duties & Responsibilities:

- Strategically plan and manage the Purchasing, Stockroom, and Shipping departments.
- Liaise and negotiate with suppliers and manufacturers.
- Monitor quality, quantity, stock levels, delivery times, transport costs, and efficiency.
- Handle and resolve any issues within the assigned departments.
- Recruit, select, orient, coach, and motivate staff.
- Meet targets for cost, productivity, accuracy, and timeliness.
- Maintain metrics and analyze data to assess performance and implement improvements.
- Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and internal/external process requirements.
- Prepare accurate reports for upper management.
- Plan and track the shipment of final products according to customer requirements.
- Manage the warehouse in line with company policies and vision.
- Initiate, coordinate, and enforce optimal operational policies and procedures.
- Demonstrated experience in purchasing, distribution, and logistics management.

Required Skills & Abilities:

- Proven ability to lead and manage staff.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
- Ability to work independently and in groups on multiple projects.
- Knowledge of laws and regulations for domestic and international shipping and procurement.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Expertise in stockroom management procedures and best practices.
- Proven ability to implement process improvements.
- Strong knowledge of warehousing Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
- Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
- Attention to detail.

Education and Experience:

- College education preferred, with a minimum of 5 years of logistics and management experience.

Job Type:

Full-time

Benefits:

- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $55,000 - $60,000