Purchasing Manager

SUMMARY OF FUNCTIONS:

Responsible for purchasing of all inventory, supplies and capital goods for the company including negotiating price, delivery, and credit terms. Evaluates vendors and determines most cost-effective inventory and reorder levels.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for efficient purchasing of inventory, supplies and capital equipment for the company.
• Receives purchase requisitions and verifies for accuracy and authorization(s). Sources new vendors when necessary.
• Prepares and issues purchase orders; determines and negotiates prices, delivery, and credit terms; buys according to established company policies and procedures; maintains accurate purchasing records.
• Responsible for evaluating, assessing, and selecting vendors based on capabilities, performance, and consistent quality assurance.
• Maintains rapport and good working relationships with vendors; keeps accurate vendor records.
• Evaluates inventory reorder levels and quantity price breaks to determine most economical purchasing of inventory and supplies in relationship to company's cost of capital.
• Prepares monthly reports and reviews forecast of purchasing commitments.
• Coordinates with Production Scheduler to ensure delivery of purchased items for uninterrupted manufacturing flow.
• Responsible for global sourcing, assessing, and selecting vendors.
• Actively participates in quality assurance process and plan and provides reports related to department.
• Complies with all safety policy and procedures.
• Maintains confidentiality of company information.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPS:

Reports to the Plant Manager. Coordinates activities with all departments; works closely with

Manufacturing, Accounts Payable, and Receiving.

EDUCATIONAL OR SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5 years’ purchasing experience required.
• Creative problem solver.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to use Microsoft Excel is a must.
• Experience with common MRP software applications needed.
• Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, and vendor management.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to sit, stand, stoop, and carry up to 15 lbs.
• Requires the ability to complete repetitive hand movements and visual ability to complete office work at a computer.