Purchasing Manager jobs in Lima, OH

Purchasing Manager: Job Description

We are seeking an experienced purchasing manager to handle our company's procurement activities. The purchasing manager's responsibilities include developing purchasing strategies, maintaining positive relationships with suppliers, coordinating with internal teams regarding their supply needs, and performing daily activities of entering purchase orders.

To be successful as a purchasing manager you should be able to manage and optimize purchasing activities and processes. An outstanding purchasing manager should have excellent leadership abilities and be able to negotiate the best possible deals with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing purchasing strategies.
• Managing daily purchasing activities.
• Managing supplier relations and negotiating contracts, prices, timelines, etc. (This will include traveling to meet with vendors)
• Maintaining the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.
• Coordinating with inventory control to determine and manage inventory needs.
• Managing the maintenance of office/manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Ensuring that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications.
• Preparing cost estimates and managing budgets.
• Working to improve purchasing systems and processes.
• Training new employees in the purchasing process and how to use the purchasing system.

Requirements

• Degree in business administration or a related field.
• Experience as a purchasing manager or in a similar position.
• Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.
• Knowledge and experience in MRP systems.
• Subcontractor management experience.
• Delivery Management experience.
• Supervisory and management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software including Netsuite.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Valid driver's license and clear driving record

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• What MRP systems have you used?

Experience:

• Purchasing: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Wapakoneta, OH 45895: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person