Purchasing Manager

T-L Irrigation - Hastings, NE

Full-time - Mid Level

Hastings, NE

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The Purchasing Manager at T-L Irrigation Co. will be responsible for overseeing the purchasing department's operations, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring that procurement processes align with company standards. This role is crucial for maintaining inventory levels, managing budgets, and ensuring quality control in purchased goods.

Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and develop relationships with vendors or suppliers.
• Manage day-to-day operations in the purchasing department.
• Verify key suppliers for each procurement.
• Monitor and forecast inventory, determining purchasing needs and identifying costs.
• Oversee daily activities of the purchasing department, including delegating tasks and supervising teams.
• Establish quality control and ensure that purchased items meet company standards.
• Manage procurement budget and prepare cost estimates.
• Compile and maintain purchase records, supplier databases, and procurement contracts.

Requirements

• Purchasing experience.
• Experience with vendor status reports.
• Negotiating experience.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical insurance (family or single coverage)
• Vision insurance
• Paid vacation and holidays