purchasing manager

$75,000 - $114,000/Yr

Unclassified - Middletown, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

Middletown, OH

About the position

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the entire purchasing process for a raw materials producer located just north of Cincinnati. This role involves working closely with suppliers, scheduling materials to meet customer demands, and ensuring cost-effectiveness in procurement operations. The ideal candidate will be a critical thinker with strong negotiation skills and experience in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversees all procurement operations for the assigned site.
• Coordinate, direct, and monitor purchasing opportunities. Research and select reliable vendors to provide quality goods/services at the best cost.
• Compares prices, specifications, delivery dates and quality expectations. Awards contracts and/or purchase orders to vendor(s) once recommendations have been identified and approved.
• Support the Testing of ERP system on a quarterly basis to ensure system updates do not negatively impact the procurement module in Oracle.
• Assist overall business in developing, monitoring, and instituting programs and procedures for bids, purchase orders, etc.
• Own the Supplier Defect process to reach resolution between company and supplier, implementing controls to eliminate/reduce supply/service issues.
• Provides support on Corporate Procurement Strategic initiatives and participate as an extended team member on Strategic Sourcing projects.
• Monitor cost-effectiveness by reviewing transactions for correct pricing, adherence to agreement terms, and regulation of supplier performance.
• Drives the identification and implementation of cost reduction opportunities.
• Procure proper quantity of material and equipment to be delivered to respective departments in time required.
• Interact with vendors/suppliers to get quality material and competitive prices in a timely manner.
• Interact with Department Managers to discuss and understand their needs, verifying nomenclature and specifications of purchase requests.
• Complete the procurement process from requisition to acknowledgment from supplier(s); review all information for accuracy.
• Compile records of items purchased or transferred between departments, prices, deliveries, and inventories.
• Review orders over sixty (60) days old and expedite delivery within budget constraints.
• Collaborate between Accounting and the vendor to resolve billing discrepancies; ensure the vendor understands the 'pay only the purchase order price' policy.
• Work with the Procurement Department to develop reports and analyze spend to determine where potential savings can be targeted.
• Continually measure, monitor, and analyze supplier quality, delivery, and service performance; coordinate corrective action as required.
• Monitor and direct work activities within areas of responsibility, ensuring compliance with company plant and safety rules.
• Maintain compliance with appropriate federal, State and local safety and/or environmental regulations; participate in incident investigations as required.
• Train and coach team members in efficient work procedures, safe work practices, and good housekeeping practices.
• Work effectively with Team Members at all levels of the organization, consulting with HR, Department Manager, corporate resources or other parties as necessary.
• Maintain confidentiality of information including financial records, vendor information, and other proprietary or sensitive information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in a relevant field.
• Experience as a purchasing manager in a manufacturing environment.
• ERP or MRP experience.
• Continuous improvement experience.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance.
• Incentive and recognition program.
• 401K contribution.