Purchasing Manager
SabaTalent
Compensation: $70,000 – $80,000 Per Year
Job Type: Direct Hire
Years Of Experience: 3 years
Relocation Expenses: No
Job Description:
Job Summary of the Purchasing Manager: The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for acquiring all
purchased components on time, following up on purchasing issues, monitoring inventory levels, and managing
freight.
Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Purchasing Manager:
Daily purchasing functions include creating and following up on purchase orders, monitoring
inventory levels, communicating with vendors, and managing freight.
Operating the Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to manage inventory data and the
processing of orders.
Negotiating favorable pricing and terms with vendors to ensure cost-effectiveness for the company.
Organizing the logistics of incoming and outgoing deliveries to ensure timeliness and cost-efficiency.
Evaluating, improving, implementing, and documenting procurement functions.
Maintaining bills of material and product data to support the manufacturing system software.
Overseeing the receiving function, which includes verification of incoming shipments, quality
control, material handling, and documentation and record keeping.
Utilizing and practicing methods of continuous improvement.
Performing general administrative duties as needed to meet administrative support needs.
Complying with all company safety policies, procedures, and rules.
Education & Experience of the Purchasing Manager:
3-5 + years of manufacturing procurement experience.
Knowledge and understanding of manufacturing process equipment and basic knowledge of
hydraulics and 12v electrical.
Broad based supply chain management and process development knowledge.
Ability to negotiate pricing, terms, and logistics effectively.
PC software skills and some ERP knowledge.
Strong time management skills and customer focus.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.
Must be able to effectively collaborate and communicate with internal teams and external vendors to
streamline purchasing processes.
Must be proficient with computers and have experience with Microsoft Office, including Excel and
Word.
Must be highly detail-oriented and organized with excellent analytical abilities.
Must be able to read blueprints.
Industries
Asphalt Paving Mixture and Block Manufacturing
Other Concrete Product Manufacturing
Occupation Codes
Purchasing Managers