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 yearshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 5 PMeducation: BachelorsResponsibilities 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 shoesmanual lifting up to 50lbsworking up to 5 hrs of overtime per weekSkillsPurchasing/ProcurementStock ManagementMaterials ManagementOrganizationPrioritizingWorking IndependentlyDecision MakingOral CommunicationProblem SolvingWritten CommunicationMicrosoft OfficeInventory AuditingSafetySAPERPCost ControlsInvoicesCertified Purchasing ManagerCertified Purchasing Manager (CPM)QualificationsYears of experience: 3 yearsExperience level: ManagerRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. 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.

Our client is seeking a proactive, detail-oriented individual with strong problem-solving skills and an interest in building relationships to join the team as a Packaging & Raw Material Buyer. This person will help deliver products to customers. This role involves ensuring the availability of packaging materials, such as boxes and labels, and essential ingredients for the company's products. The buyer will play a crucial role in launching new products and maintaining smooth production.salary: $90,000 - $160,000 per yearshift: Firstwork hours: 8 AM - 4:30 PMeducation: BachelorsResponsibilities This role involves purchasing all packaging materials for products (such as boxes and labels) and ensuring the availability of essential raw ingredients. Collaboration with other teams is essential including product developers (R&D), marketers, and operations specialists to ensure correct packaging design, aesthetics, and compliance with regulations. Building and maintaining strong supplier relationships is important. This includes negotiating prices and agreements, as well as monitoring supplier performance regarding cost, quality, delivery speed, and reliability. Managing the timing of purchases ensures materials are available for new products, special promotions, and regular production runs. Reviewing and approving all packaging details (designs and measurements) with internal teams and suppliers is required to ensure accuracy. Identifying opportunities for cost savings, environmental improvements, and innovative packaging solutions is a key responsibility. Maintaining accurate records of all purchases, including material lead times and minimum order quantities from suppliers, is necessary. Resolving supplier issues and proactively managing potential risks to prevent supply chain interruptions is crucial. Assisting with inventory planning to prevent material shortages or excess stock is also a responsibility.  SkillsCertified Purchasing ManagerCertified Purchasing Manager (CPM)Project ManagerPurchasing/ProcurementStock ManagementMaterials ManagementQualificationsYears of experience: 5 yearsExperience level: ManagerRandstad is a world leader in matching great people with great companies. Our experienced agents will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temporary-to-permanent or permanent opportunities, no one works harder for you than Randstad. 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.

job summary: A Global Purchasing Material Planner is needed for an American multinational home appliances corporation in the Fort Wayne, IN area. This role requires a detail-oriented Global Purchasing Material Planner depending on education level, and expert knowledge of MRP to manage the supply chain, control inventory, and resolve Accounts Payable and quality issues through strong problem-solving and communication skills.   location: Fort Wayne, Indiana job type: Contract salary: $25.00 - 34.13 per hour work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Associates   responsibilities: Partner with various internal teams (sales, production, finance, etc.) to analyze and document needs.Manage assigned commodities, including planning, analyzing, purchasing, and expediting components to meet customer demands.Analyze the Material Requirements Planning (MRP) system and SAP daily to ensure timely deliveries while maintaining inventory levels within budget.Resolve daily Accounts Payable rejections and assist the Quality Department with supplier issues, including returning defective material for credit.Provide support for assigned projects as needed by management. Skills: Experience with Accounts Payable invoice resolution, expert knowledge of MRP, strong inventory management, excellent problem-solving, and communication skills.Moderate to expert proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel (VLookups and Pivot tables).Detail-oriented, organized, self-motivated, results-focused, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment both independently and in a team. Edcuation and Experience: Bachelor's degree with 3+ years of experience as a Buyer/Materials Planner.Associate's degree with 5+ years of experience.High School diploma with 7+ years of experience. #LI-KD1   qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedEducation: Associates  skills: Purchasing / ProcurementSAPPlanning 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.