Purchasing Manager jobs in Bergenfield, NJ

Manage all aspects of purchasing to support organizational operations efficiently and cost-effectively.

Main Job Tasks, Duties and Responsibilities

• establish and implement purchasing policies, procedures and best practices
• monitor ongoing compliance with purchasing policies and procedures
• direct procurement policies to ensure all items are purchased and delivered within budget and time constraints
• identify and source new suppliers and vendors
• manage vendor and supplier selection process based on price, quality, support, capacity and reliability
• develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors
• develop, negotiate and administer purchasing agreements and contracts with suppliers in support of organizational requirements
• measure and manage the vendor and supplier cost, quality and delivery performance
• troubleshoot cost, quality and delivery concerns
• manage risk relating to quality, cost, delivery and supply of purchases
• work with relevant departments to manage inventory requirements
• facilitate timely placement of purchase orders
• develop and manage purchasing budgets and forecasts
• monitor and reduce purchase variances to meet profit objectives
• direct continuous improvement of purchasing processes in line with changing organizational needs and market conditions

Education, Qualifications and Experience

• college degree in related field
• experience in purchasing and procurement
• working knowledge of project management principles and practices
• knowledge of purchasing and supply chain systems, LEAN principles of planning and MRP/ERP systems often required
• financial acumen
• high competency level in MS Office applications

Key Skills and Competencies

• communication skills
• negotiating skills
• networking skills
• planning and organizational skills
• analytical skills
• problem-solving
• results-orientated
• teamwork
• attention to detail

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off