Purchasing Manager - Louisville, NE

Ash Grove Cement Company - Louisville, NE

Full-time - Mid Level

Louisville, NE

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

The Purchasing Manager at Ash Grove Cement is responsible for overseeing purchasing and inventory control activities, ensuring the procurement of supplies and materials necessary for operations. This role involves managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and maintaining inventory levels while adhering to company guidelines and safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Promote and follow all plant safety guidelines.
• Establish, communicate, and assign job responsibilities to storeroom employees.
• Supervise and execute the purchase of supplies and materials for operation and maintain a specified level of inventory in the storeroom.
• Collaborate with other department managers to discuss material and supply requirements.
• Conduct purchasing activities to meet operational requirements.
• Review and correct problematic invoices.
• Process and submit purchase orders for filing; monitor the status of open purchase orders.
• Negotiate with vendors to achieve cost-effective purchasing transactions while maximizing quality, customer service, and desired delivery times.
• Manage inventory and equipment in the Avantis database to ensure part numbers are accurate and inventory records are updated.
• Manage the verification and approval process and receive reports.
• Maintain updated records of daily purchasing activities through Bentley software.
• Participate in plant programs and meetings.
• Head the Inventory Leadership team for review of stocking levels and inventory management.
• Manage the Purchasing process per Company guidelines.
• Monitor service vendors' contractual and insurance requirements to meet established compliance levels through Avetta.
• Prepare reports regarding purchasing activities.
• Ensure that purchase orders are signed and authorized by required personnel.
• Manage invoices and transactions to prevent the occurrence of Received Not Invoiced (RNI) outside the normal transaction lead time.
• Mandate and ensure that purchasing policies are followed for both procurement and inventory management.
• Provide support and training for the Accounts Payable clerk where applicable.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting, Business, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years of experience purchasing in a similar position at an industrial manufacturer or in a related industry
• Preferred certifications: C.P.M., CPIM, or CPSM
• Ability to read, write, and understand warning labels, instructions, signs, etc.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for advancement