Purchasing Manager

$92,000 - $107,000/Yr

Acon Laboratories - San Diego, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

San Diego, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Purchasing Manager at ACON Labs plays a crucial role in managing the sourcing and procurement of materials and services essential for business operations. This position involves overseeing a team, negotiating contracts, and optimizing inventory levels to ensure a reliable supply chain. The role requires strong project management skills and a deep understanding of supply chain management to analyze costs, mitigate risks, and forecast future needs effectively.

Responsibilities

• Supervising the process of sourcing and purchasing essential materials for business operations.
• Researching raw materials suppliers and comparing costs.
• Tracking metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
• Developing inventory controls to identify demand for new materials.
• Evaluating potential suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery speed.
• Negotiating contracts and purchase agreements with suppliers on behalf of the organization.
• Analyzing demand patterns and forecasting future needs to avoid shortages or excesses.
• Maintaining records of items bought, costs, deliveries, product performance, and inventories.
• Building and maintaining relationships with vendors.
• Resolving grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
• Preparing and presenting market conditions and merchandise cost reports.
• Developing and implementing procurement strategies.
• Administering the departmental budget.
• Coordinating removal or disposal of surplus materials.
• Drafting, explaining, and implementing instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or similar field.
• 7+ years hands-on experience in Purchasing with proven success in career progression relevant to Manufacturing, Distribution, Production Control, Inventory Management, and Logistics.
• Specialty Chemicals Industry Experience is a plus.
• Experience in Manufacturing setting a plus, but not required.
• Proven success in coaching, leading, and developing a team of multiple direct reports.
• Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management.
• Tactical ERP/MRP experience required, SAP experience strongly preferred.
• Superior oral and written communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects across various functional areas within an organization.
• Ability to prove as a cross-functional leader in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• TPM or Lean Manufacturing Experience strongly preferred.

Nice-to-haves

• Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits and compensation packages.
• Supportive team environment.