Purchasing Supervisor supervises daily 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 pricing, monitors performance, and expedites to respond to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain. Being a Purchasing Supervisor collaborates with other functions to meet current and future inventory requirements and manage inventory levels. Utilizes technical tools to analyze data and increase responsiveness to material demands. Additionally, Purchasing Supervisor performs 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 manager. The Purchasing Supervisor supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. To be a Purchasing Supervisor typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
AquaPhoenix Scientific is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join our team to support, develop, and execute purchasing strategies for the environmental and water treatment industry as well as STEM education kits. This role is responsible for the day-to-day development and management of the company’s purchasing strategies ensuring effective oversight of the supply chain and procurement process.
The Purchasing Manager will work closely with the Director of Procurement and Supply Chain Management and procurement team to provide reliable and cost-effective strategies through appropriate and ethical sourcing, negotiations, and vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in purchasing a wide variety of commodities, materials, supplies, equipment, and services.
Essential Responsibilities and Expectations:
Although not all inclusive, additional responsibilities, expectations and skills will include:
AquaPhoenix Scientific considers applicants with diverse backgrounds, education, and work experience; however, applicants for the Purchasing Manager position will frequently have a combined education and/or work experience that is a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in business or related field of study and 3-5 years’ work experience in a purchasing/procurement role. Advanced training or degree in a related field is welcomed.
Desired Candidate Characteristics
About Us:
AquaPhoenix is driven by a company culture that inspires a flexible, fun, ‘can-do’ approach to business. We are an industry leader in water testing kits and reagent manufacturing, as well as a distributor of thousands of testing products and supplies for a multitude of industries including industrial water treatment, cleaning & sanitation, oil & gas, environmental, water conditioning, and education.
If you are looking for a great work environment, competitive pay, bonus opportunities, career growth, and exceptional benefits that includes health, dental, vision, 401(k), STD/LTD, and generous paid time off consider a career with AquaPhoenix Scientific. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer that embraces diverse skills, perspectives and ideas that help our business grow. Minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are urged to apply. For more information or to apply, please visit www.aquaphoenixsci.com.
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