What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Manager position at PETOSKEY PLASTICS?
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Description
Petoskey Plastics is an environmentally focused recycler and plastic film, bag, and resin manufacturer dedicated to our mission statement: to earn the appreciation and respect of our customers, associates, and communities.
We are looking for motivated individuals to join our career-oriented, benefits-rich team. See a few of our over 20 competitive benefits below:
- Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision benefits - valued at $4/hr over your base pay!
- Profit Sharing Bonuses
- Paid Time Off - start earning PTO just two weeks after your start date
- 401 Retirement Plan - with a 3% company contribution, regardless of your contribution
- Safety Shoe and Safety Glasses Reimbursement
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Wellness Reimbursement
- Life Insurance
- Short and Long Term Disability
Headquartered in Petoskey, Michigan, Petoskey Plastics provides products and custom-engineered solutions for a variety of industries, including automotive, industrial, institutional, retail, construction, home improvement, medical, and more. The company has facilities in Michigan, Indiana, Tennessee, and Texas.
Petoskey Plastics is here if you are looking for a family-oriented, career path-focused company. We offer paid training and several different growth opportunities. Start your career at Petoskey Plastics today!
The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing purchasing agents and coordinators. Additionally, they will manage activities related to negotiating and purchasing all required materials to produce manufacturing products, maintaining machinery, and other supplies, in accordance with company policies and procedures. The Purchasing Manager will collaborate with other department managers to support operations across all facilities while driving efficiencies for cost-effective production.
Responsibilities
- Promote work safety and adhere to established safety procedures
- Comply and oversee Quality Management Systems (ISO) for purchasing and supplier monitoring
- Regularly lead, direct and provide training to purchasing agents
- Identify best possible prices for the goods and services being purchased
- Negotiate contracts with suppliers, as applicable, in accordance with Limits of Authority
- Negotiate payment terms that are beneficial to the company
- Monitor supplier performance for purchased goods and services
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance (QA) and suppliers to enhance performance by addressing quality and delivery concerns
- Assist on developing inventory levels related to economic buys and inventory targets
- Maintain records in accordance with Quality Management System and other purchasing requirements
- Oversee purchases of production materials, supplies, and scrap for recycling operations
- Establish and improve procedures and guidelines for any and all purchasing activities
- Assist in accounting paperwork regarding any discrepancies and/or chargebacks
- Work closely with our Scheduling, Manufacturing, and Sales teams to support our production schedules
- Minimize slow moving and/or obsolete inventories, and optimize inventory levels
- Other duties as assigned by management
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, or 7 years of progressive purchasing experience
Experience
- APIC certification with scheduling experience is preferred, in addition to a purchasing background
- Previous management experience preferred
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent analytical abilities and decision-making skills to conduct price comparisons and evaluate vendor proposals
- Thorough understanding of procurement best practices, purchasing, and/or supply chain management
- Skilled in negotiation and building professional networks
- Solid knowledge of integrated ERP software
- Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
- Excellent organizational skills
- Understanding of Quality Management Systems
- Microsoft Office Suite
Essential Functions
- Regular and Reliable Attendance
- Standing
- Sitting
- Walking
- Lifting/Carrying up to 30 pounds
- Reading
- Writing
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Concentration
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