Purchasing Manager

Job Duties:

• Collaborate with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions


• Assess current material availability; reasonably predict future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables


• Prepare and present market conditions and merchandise cost reports


• Prepare and process purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment


• Draft, explain, and implement instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management


• Evaluate and approve conditions for issuing and awarding bids


• Resolve grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers


• Maintain and/or implement purchasing and recordkeeping systems


• Act as the company's representative in negotiations with suppliers


• Coordinate removal or disposal of surplus materials


• Administers the departmental budget


• Perform additional related duties, as assigned 

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills


• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills


• 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


• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate


• Understanding of business and management principles


• Thorough understanding of materials and supplies used in the company


• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software


• Extensive experience with enterprise-level ERP and MRP systems, NetSuite preferred

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required


• At least three years of experience in a related field required

Physical Demands:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer


• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times


• Must be able to access all areas of the facility to determine purchasing needs


• May require travel

Employee Benefits:

• Company-paid medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance


• 401k plan with match


• Company-paid wellness plan


• Competitive vacation and sick time


• PC discounts