job summary: A Purchasing Manager is needed for a Tier 1 supplier to automotive, engine and heavy equipment manufacturers is needed in Tucker, GA. This position will develop the purchasing strategies, establish supplier relationships, oversee the procurement team and handle all the procurement activities for the manufacturing of metal bellows and tubular assemblies. The ability to optimize purchasing activities and processes as well as lead a team is essential for this role. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in business administration or a related field.Experience as a purchasing manager with experience in inventory and supply chain managementSupervisor and management experiencePurchasing software experience - ERP (SAP or Syspro are preferred)Critical thinking skills including negotiation, planning and organizational skills Benefits: 100% employee owned companyMedical, Dental, PTO, etc. location: Tucker, Georgia job type: Permanent salary: $120,000 - 125,000 per year work hours: 8am to 5pm education: Bachelors responsibilities: Manages supplier relationships, including negotiating contracts, prices and timelines. Develops purchasing strategies and supervising staff. Maintains the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentationWorks with engineering to support prototype buying and new quote activity. #LI-JW1 qualifications: Experience level: ManagerMinimum 4 years of experienceEducation: Bachelors (required) skills: Purchasing / ProcurementPurchasing ManagerSupply ChainInventory ManagementSAP ApplicationsSysproContract NegotiationsEstimating 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. For certain assignments, Covid-19 vaccination and/or testing may be required by Randstad's client or applicable federal mandate, subject to approved medical or religious accommodations. Carefully review the job posting for details on vaccine/testing requirements or ask your Randstad representative for more information