Purchasing & Inventory Control Manager

Purchasing & Inventory Control Manager Location Raleigh, NC (Falls Of Neuse area) :

Purchasing and Inventory Control Manager (Hub Manager)

Juicekeys is a locally owned fast-casual restaurant and health boutique that is very proud of the unique and organic menu we offer. We are looking to add a Purchasing and Inventory Control Manager to oversee our back end operations. The Purchasing and Inventory Control Manager will oversee the activities of the purchasing and inventory control department and manage the inventory of materials for the company.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff.
• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Purchases supplies, materials, and parts for the company.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, prices, buyers, and delivery conditions to anticipate future material availability; directs purchasing programs accordingly.
• Develops and maintains inventory databases for supplies and materials used.
• Negotiates and completes contracts with vendors for optimal cost and delivery times.
• Reviews purchase orders and contracts for compliance with company and departmental policies.
• Collaborates with sales, customer service, and logistics departments to maximize efficiency in the purchasing and inventory control department.
• Communicates with suppliers to resolve problems that may arise regarding delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale.
• Sets authorization limits for purchasing staff.
• Purchases large and complex items.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures related to purchasing and inventory control with a goal to maximize efficiency and optimize workflow.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proven negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and ethics when dealing with vendors, co-workers, and customers.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, as well as inventory software.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field with coursework in purchasing and/or inventory control management, preferred.
• At least three years of buying or purchasing experience required with supervisory experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• May be asked to travel to visit vendors or different company locations.
• Prolonged periods on your feet working with equipment and team members

• Juicekeys is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status