Purchasing Manager


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Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following, but not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Oversees all procurement operations
  • Coordinate, direct, and monitor purchasing opportunities. Research and select reliable vendors to provide quality goods/services at the best cost.
  • Compares prices, specifications, delivery dates and quality expectations (include others as needed). Once recommendations have been identified and approved; awards contract and/or purchase orders to vendor(s).
  • Support the Testing of ERP system on a quarterly basis to ensure system updates do not negatively impact the procurement module in Oracle.
  • Assist overall business in developing, monitoring, and instituting programs and procedures for bids, purchase orders, etc.
  • Own the Supplier Defect process in order to reach resolution between organization and supplier of having controls in place that will eliminate / reduce issues of supply /service
  • Provides support on Corporate Procurement Strategic initiatives and participate as an extended team member on Strategic Sourcing projects.
  • Monitor cost-effectiveness by reviewing transactions for correct pricing, adherence to agreement terms, and regulation of supplier performance.
  • Drives the identification and implementation of cost reduction opportunities.
  • Procure proper quantity of material and equipment to be delivered to respective departments in time required (primary MTO office and construction support).
  • Interact with vendors/suppliers to get quality material and competitive prices in a timely manner. Confers with suppliers concerning any late deliveries.
  • Interact with Department Managers to discuss and understand their needs verifies nomenclature and specifications of purchase requests.
  • Completed the procurement process from requisition to acknowledgement from supplier(s); reviews all information for accuracy.
  • Compiles records of items purchased or transferred between departments, prices, deliveries, and inventories.
  • Review orders over sixty (60) days old and expedite delivery within budget constraints.
  • Collaborates between Accounting and the vendor to resolve billing discrepancies; insures the vendor understands the pay only the purchase order price policy.
  • Works with the Procurement Department to develop reports and analyze spend to determine where potential savings can be targeted, we insure our prices do not experience price creep , overall vendor spend, etc.
  • Continually measure, monitor, and analyze supplier quality, delivery, and service performance. Coordinates corrective action as required. Manages the Supply Rating Program.
  • May include covering another plant (temporary basis) for individuals that go on PTO or due to business need.
  • Monitors and directs work activities within areas of responsibility, ensuring work is performed in a safe and efficient manner and that areas of responsibility are maintained in a neat and orderly condition. Ensures compliance with company plant and safety rules.
  • Maintains compliance with appropriate federal, State and local safety and/or environmental regulations, reports and notifies appropriate plant personnel of any deviations per established standards; maintains appropriate records and reports as required by regulations.
  • Participate in incident investigations as required, including reporting incidents to appropriate personnel, completing required documentation, recommending and implementing corrective actions, and communicating findings as appropriate.
  • Trains and coaches team members in efficient work procedures, safe work practices, and good housekeeping practices. Coaches and encourages development and growth of skills and abilities.
  • Works effectively with Team Members at all levels of the organization within areas of responsibility, consulting with HR, Department Manager, corporate resources or other parties as necessary
  • Maintains confidentiality of information including but not limited to, financial records, vendor information and other proprietary or other sensitive information; maintaining discretion as appropriate.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • Education/Experience: Bachelor s degree in Supply Chain/Procurement or equivalent. Five (5) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.





 Randstad

 05/05/2024

 Middletown,OH