Purchasing Manager

Robert Half - London, OH

Full-time - Mid Level

London, OH

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Purchasing Manager role at Robert Half involves supporting a manufacturing client in London, OH, during a medical leave. The primary focus is on ensuring a consistent supply of materials for production operations by managing inventory levels and executing purchases. This position requires strong procurement skills and is 100% onsite at the client's facility.

Responsibilities

• Generate and manage purchase orders for production components, considering inventory needs to prevent production interruptions
• Conduct frequent physical inventory counts to assess and adjust inventory levels according to production requirements
• Expedite delivery of materials and components in case of changes in customer demand, inventory discrepancies, or rejects to maintain production efficiency
• Regularly communicate with suppliers to address any issues or concerns, ensuring compliance with purchase order agreements
• Analyze and reconcile inventory data for accuracy and efficiency
• Leverage advanced Excel skills for data management and analysis
• Handle high volume purchasing activities for small component parts such as screws, nuts, and bolts
• Communicate frequently via email with suppliers, particularly those located in Japan
• Utilize skills in Purchase Orders, Inventory Analysis, Inventory Reconciliation, Purchasing Materials, Purchasing Activities, Supplier Management, and Microsoft Excel

Requirements

• 3+ years in procurement or procurement related roles
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Demonstrated ability in managing supplier relationships effectively
• Experience with Inventory Analysis and Inventory Reconciliation
• Strong understanding and experience with Purchasing Materials and other Purchasing Activities
• Experience in creating and managing Purchase Orders
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan