Purchasing Manager

Pursuit Aerospace - Plainville, CT

Full-time - Mid Level

Plainville, CT

About the position

The Purchasing Manager at Pursuit Aerospace is responsible for coordinating and overseeing all activities related to the acquisition and distribution of purchased goods for the Central Connecticut location. This role involves managing the purchasing department's workflow, mentoring staff, and ensuring an effective supply chain that meets the company's operational needs.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the purchasing department.
• Conducts performance evaluations for team members.
• Mentors purchasing agents and handles disciplinary actions as needed.
• Collaborates with other departments to identify resources for an effective supply chain.
• Works on policy deployment targets focused on cash generation and cost reduction.
• Establishes performance metrics for supply chain evaluation.
• Develops and maintains detailed inventories of materials and supplies.
• Maintains required quantities of supplies to optimize production.
• Implements processes to ensure timely availability of materials.
• Analyzes inventories and procedures to suggest efficiency improvements.
• Develops policies to enhance supply chain efficiency while ensuring quality and safety.
• Identifies optimal shipment and transportation routes.
• Negotiates prices for raw materials and services with suppliers.
• Advises product development teams on supply availability and costs.
• Coordinates engineering changes and new product launches.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field required.
• Five years of experience in procurement required.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Thorough understanding of company products and logistics.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.