purchasing manager.

Are you a highly organized and detail-oriented professional with a knack for problem-solving? We are seeking a Purchasing Manager to join our team, a hands-on role that is crucial for maintaining our supply chain efficiency and supporting our manufacturing operations. We offer a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO,  health insurance, dental insurance, short-term disability, and life insurance. We also provide a 401k match of up to 4% with immediate vesting, along with other benefits like vision insurance, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, and dependent care spending accounts. If you are looking for a fast-paced and FUN company, please apply. 

salary: $60,000 - $65,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

• Handle all purchasing functions, including supplier qualification, issuing purchase orders, and resolving invoice discrepancies.
  
  
• Manage material and inventory levels through forecasting and analysis.
  
  
• Establish and document a "Plan for Every Purchased Part" with a clear replenishment strategy.
  
  
• Track open purchase orders and part shortages, providing regular updates to shop associates.
  
  
• Manage the stockroom to ensure a safe, organized environment and a reduction of employee and part movement.
  
  
• Establish and maintain documented cycle counting and physical inventory processes.
  
  
• Analyze commodity and market trends to make insightful buying decisions and inform site leadership.
  
  
• Manage purchasing for all non-production spend.
  
  
• Create and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) for the purchasing department to drive improvements.
  
  
• Manage the disposal of scrap, obsolete, and/or surplus materials.
  
  
• Own the creation and maintenance of all Item and Supplier Master data in QuickBooks.
  
  

Requirements

• A 4-year degree in business or a related field.
  
  
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a purchasing function.
  
  
• APICS (ASCM) or similar industry certification preferred.
  
  
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.
  
  
• Proficiency in basic ERP/buying software, with advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
  
  
• Experience and willingness to work in a very "hands-on" shop environment.
  
  
• Ability to lift boxes weighing 50 pounds to a height of 4 feet.
  
  

The essential functions of this role include:

wearing steel toe shoes

manual lifting up to 50lbs

working up to 5 hrs of overtime per week

Skills

Purchasing/Procurement

Stock Management

Materials Management

Organization

Prioritizing

Working Independently

Decision Making

Oral Communication

Problem Solving

Written Communication

Microsoft Office

Inventory Auditing

Safety

SAP

ERP

Cost Controls

Invoices

Certified Purchasing Manager

Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)

Qualifications

Years of experience: 3 years

Experience level: Manager

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.