Purchasing Manager manages procurement and purchasing operations and implements the strategy to provide the materials and services to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing. Maintains strategic supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, and implements systems for monitoring performance, assessing risk, and responding to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain. Being a Purchasing Manager collaborates with other functions to define current and future inventory requirements and manage inventory levels. Implements processes and systems and utilizes technical tools to analyze data and increase responsiveness to material demands. Additionally, Purchasing Manager oversees auditing processes to ensure procurement and recordkeeping comply with any applicable industry or governmental regulations. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Purchasing Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Purchasing Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Special requirements / qualification profile
Qualifications:
· Commercial and /or technical training
· Engineer or economist with degree specializing in materials management/purchasing with a strong technical understanding
· Experience in the specialist’s area of expertise: Parts, Tools, Devices, Capex, MRO, etc.
Proficiency:
· Experience in managing manufacturing processes, productivity, and efficiency measurements
· Product and market knowledge
· Ability to use Microsoft Office Suite software (WORD, Excel,PowerPoint, etc.) at intermediate level (minimum).
· PC/DP skills - also SAP R3
· English language skills
· Willingness for customer-oriented cooperation in project management teams
Objective of the position:
Cost, quality and on-time procurement in the associated specialist purchasing areas in the context of the targets
Main duties:
Clear All
0 Purchasing Manager jobs found in Tuscaloosa, AL area