Purchasing Manager

【Position】
Purchasing Manager

【Summary】
This position oversees both mass production and MRO purchasing operations, ensuring alignment with corporate procurement strategies and goals. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for developing purchasing systems and procedures, managing vendor relations, and acting as a liaison between the purchasing department and internal divisions.

【Essential Duties】

• Establish and enforce departmental purchasing policies and procedures to enhance internal service and operational efficiency.
• Approve major vendor selections and train staff to evaluate vendor performance and capabilities.
• Negotiate terms and conditions for major contracts and blanket purchase orders.
• Recommend large material purchases based on price trends or market availability, while balancing cost savings and cash flow.
• Ensure proper documentation and compliance with purchase terms and conditions.
• Oversee recordkeeping, including price histories and vendor performance logs.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels to prevent shortages while minimizing excess.
• Promote a safe and organized work environment by training staff on equipment use and enforcing compliance.
• Address personnel issues by investigating concerns and recommending solutions to administration.
• Stay current on industry practices through training, networking, and participation in professional organizations.
• Contribute to departmental and company-wide goals through collaborative efforts.

【Other Functions】

• Communicate effectively with colleagues, customers, vendors, and regulatory officials.
• Ensure a clean and orderly work environment.
• Continuously seek opportunities for process improvement.
• Encourage and maintain a safe workplace for all associates.

【Working Hours, Working style】
8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
On-site

【Working Location】
South Charleston, OH

【Salary/Benefit】
$78,000 – $93,000 annually
Benefits include:

• Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Short-term / Long-term Disability Insurance

Retirement:

• 401(k) eligibility after 90 days of employment
• 100% company match on the first 3% of employee contributions
• Automatic 3% enrollment upon eligibility

Time Off:

• Vacation accrual starts on Day 1
• 30 days: 1 Vacation Day
• 60 days: 1 Vacation Day
• 90 days: 1 Vacation Day
• 180 days: 2 Vacation Days

【Holidays】

• Saturday, Sunday, and company-recognized holidays

【Qualifications】

Education: BA/BS in Purchasing, Supply Chain, or related field (Master’s degree preferred)

Experience: Minimum of 5 years in Purchasing, including 2 years in a Tier 1 automotive manufacturing environment

Skills:

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Knowledge of purchasing law
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Office Suite
• Strong interpersonal, time management, and multitasking abilities
• CPM certification preferred

Working Conditions:

• Office and factory environment
• Must be able to walk on concrete floors, lift up to 40 lbs., and perform repetitive tasks

Travel:

• Occasional travel required
• Valid driver’s license needed for company vehicle use

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $78,000.00 - $93,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $78,000 - $93,000