Purchasing Manager

Service First Staffing - Schofield, WI

Full-time - Mid Level

Schofield, WI

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Purchasing Manager will oversee the procurement of materials and ensure inventory accuracy for both raw materials and finished goods. This role is crucial for maintaining efficient and cost-effective material flow and requires strong collaboration with various teams within the organization. The Purchasing Manager will also be responsible for developing purchasing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and leading a team to achieve procurement goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies, procedures, and best practices.
• Work with Managers, Schedulers, and Project Managers to balance the flow of materials and supplies.
• Lead effective monthly supply reviews to support meeting customer demand.
• Lead the identification of risks and opportunities for complex proposals and Supply Chain matters.
• Coach and mentor team members responsible for the execution of day-to-day transactional procurement and supplier performance management.
• Drive effective change management and communication activities for new and changing Supply Chain policies and procedures.
• Evaluate vendor performance to ensure lowest cost, highest quality, and timely deliveries.
• Build, maintain and report a monthly KPI and progress dashboard including reporting to senior leadership.
• Oversee inventory levels and accuracy via cycle-count activities.
• Conduct quarterly business reviews with strategic suppliers.
• Negotiate and establish standard costs with suppliers.
• Foster a strong culture of Continuous Improvement philosophies.
• Manage performance, training, and career development of 3-5 direct reports.
• Manage risks associated with sole source suppliers and identify potential second source suppliers.
• Ensure that production can run as scheduled through effective and timely procurement and supplier performance.
• Work with the plant to validate material usage and control to ensure consumption of materials includes any breakage, spoilage, or other factors influencing inventory.
• Manage supplier risk relating to quality, cost, and delivery.
• Manage supplier relations and negotiate contracts, prices, timelines, etc.
• Maintain purchasing records and related documentation.
• Attend and participate in financial meetings to understand spend category trouble areas.
• Receive and analyze quotes and bids for relative prices and consistency with specifications.
• Coach and train business and purchasing team on policies and best practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree preferred, Associate degree or industry certifications with commensurate experience in related field required.
• Supervisory and management experience preferred.
• Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.
• Proficient planning, problem solving, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and within a team.
• Effective ERP (data entry software such as NetSuite) and Microsoft Excel skills.
• Functions from a strong set of core values and thinks in a Continuous Improvement mindset.

Benefits

• Direct hire opportunity
• Competitive salary range based on experience ($90,000-$100,000)