Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

We have been hired by a leading manufacturer of commercial building and control products to identify a Purchasing Manager. The Purchasing manager will work with the Supply Chain and Operations team in the US and overseas to assure product stock levels are met. The ideal candidate will be responsible for all purchasing and logistics functions necessary to maintain daily operations. Including but not limited to managing activities related to strategic or tactical purchasing material requirements planning inventory control locating orders and updating the company system. This position necessitates analytical abilities and strong attention to detail. It is a high-volume fast-paced position that requires good decision-making skills and the ability to work cross-functionally internally and externally.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Management of the supply chain process to include inventory control supply levels order timing stock / shipping distributions price control and product knowledge.
• Interact with domestic and international suppliers and vendors on all matters pertaining to NICORs Supply Chain.
• Manage order placement / receipt and address vendor quality issues.
• Update and maintain accurate shipping information and order tracking system.
• Update product information in ERP system as needed including weights cubes barcodes and other necessary data.
• Collaborate on new product launches with initial buy responsibilities.
• Maintain purchasing and inventory database to include but not limited to pricing inventory levels and setting up new items.
• Obtain product data sheets specifications and cut sheets from vendors; maintain physical and online files for the preservation of data.
• Prepare execute and receive purchase orders.
• Coordinate and track incoming containers.
• Review and analyze reports to determine potential inventory / product overages and shortages and adjusts forecast / order quantities accordingly.
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary information.
• Coordinate and manage multiple tasks and projects.
• Utilize company inventory system (SHIMS) to analyze data and assist in operational planning.
• Monitor forecasts and quotas to identify changes or to determine their effect on supply chain activities.
• Requires subject matter expertise in purchasing supply chain processes international business and logistics.
• Requires management of product order from initial production order is issued through invoicing and collection (beginning to end)
• Communicate as necessary with the company management team to ensure accurate and efficient control of inventory.
• Provide inventory status updates to the sales and marketing team.
• Develop and authorize all purchase orders and ensure compliance with company policy and procedure.
• Troubleshooting all invoice and price issues along with delivery-related problems.
• Coordinate with forwarders to manage international logistics including freight cost monitoring and approval.
• Work with the broker to handle customs clearance and duty / tariff payment.
• Maintain effective customer services and ensure timely delivery and maintain track of product progress and development.
• Monitor potential stock-outs and take necessary actions to ensure the availability of products.
• Manage and reduce excess / discontinued / obsolete inventory
• Manage all communication and negotiate with suppliers on price and delivery terms to reduce inventory levels and costs.
• Provide analysis on detailed cost comparison.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Why is This a Great Opportunity

Rapidly growing technology with room for growth.

Required Experience :

Manager

Key Skills

Inventory Control,Purchasing,Sourcing,Procurement,Vendor Management,HR Sourcing,ERP Systems,negotiation,Materials Management,Manufacturing,MRP,Contracts

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1