Purchasing Manager

1St Employment Staffing - Fayetteville, AR

Full-time - Mid Level

Fayetteville, AR

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Purchasing Manager at 1st Employment is responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies to ensure a reliable supply of goods and services while optimizing costs and maintaining quality standards. This role involves evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing inventory, developing procurement policies, collaborating with other departments, and resolving grievances with vendors and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Evaluating suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery speed.
• Negotiating contracts with suppliers on behalf of the organization.
• Managing inventory by analyzing demand patterns and forecasting future needs.
• Developing and implementing procurement policies and procedures.
• Collaborating with other departments to identify and develop needs for equipment, materials, and products.
• Resolving grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 7 years of experience in materials or purchasing
• Experience negotiating contracts in a competitive environment
• Experience with domestic and foreign supply chains
• Experience in the electronics industry is strongly preferred.