Purchasing Manager

We are assisting our client with their search for a Purchasing Manager. This individual will be responsible for identifying the needs for goods and services throughout the organization. Offering a small family-feel culture, with support all around, this is a wonderful opportunity to join a company where you’ll matter. If you have relevant experience and are looking to better your career and life, apply today! 

Responsibilities: 

• Validate, confirm, and schedule incoming materials per schedule needs
• Manage inventory levels and dollars to meet targeted inventory turns
• Plan and negotiate prices for raw materials 
• Maintain current knowledge of commodity prices, new products and business trends that could affect cost, quality and delivery requirements
• Create purchase orders for purchasing a variety of products including raw materials, equipment, tools, phone and other utility services
• Manage on time delivery from suppliers providing material forecasting to suppliers
• Develop and drive cost reduction strategies with suppliers
• Monitor and expedite shipments from various locations to respective sites
• Audit and approve invoices
• Supervise and give work direction to direct reports
• Negotiate and place orders 
• Maintain vendor files/ Contracts

Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience – business, logistics or related field
• 5 years materials management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Proven work experience in a Purchasing or similar role
• Experience using MRP/ERP systems required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Understanding of supply chain procedures
• Technical proficiency in Microsoft Office 
• Flexibility, adaptability, and a process improvement approach

Work Model: 

• On-Site

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Palmer Group at (515) 225-7000 or email  at afjobs@thepalmergroup.com.

Ref: JOB-40364