Brand & Purchasing Manager 10

The experienced purchasing manager handles the company's procurement activities. The manager's responsibilities include developing purchasing strategies, maintaining positive relationships with suppliers, coordinating with internal teams regarding their supply needs, and overseeing the purchasing team in their daily activities. 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

Develops and implements purchasing strategies.

Manages daily purchasing activities, supervising staff, and allocating tasks.

Manages supplier relations and negotiates contracts, prices, timelines, etc.

Maintains the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.

Coordinates with inventory control to determine and manage inventory needs.

Manages the maintenance of office/manufacturing equipment and machinery.

Ensures that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications.

Prepares cost estimates and manages budgets.

Works to improve purchasing systems and processes.

Trains new employees in the purchasing process and how to use the purchasing system.

Completes other projects and duties as assigned not included herein.

Qualifications

Degree in business administration or a related field required.

Experience as a purchasing manager or relevant experience in a similar position.

Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.

Supervisory and management experience.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.

Strong planning and organizational skills.

Ability to work independently .

We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Purchasing: 2 years (Preferred)