PURCHASING MANAGER

Responsibilities for Purchasing Manager

• Manage the purchasing process including the buying, selling and distributions aspects of the company

• Review new project proposals for the company

• Communicate with the marketing and sales team to effect working strategies

• Analyze existing purchasing processes for performance

• Implement improvements to existing purchasing processes and delivery systems

• Handle contract negotiations with vendors and suppliers

• Identify ideal suppliers based on quality, cost and reliability

Qualifications for Purchasing Manager

• Any degree in a related field preferred

• Prior experience working in the purchasing department in the same industry required

• Strong understanding of the market conditions and trends

• Working knowledge of negotiation techniques in the industry

• Exceptional interpersonal and social skills to build a good rapport

• Positive and professional demeanor

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Great team player

• Flexible to travel and work long hours as necessary