Job Description

Purchasing Manager

Salary Exempt Position

SUMMARY:  This position will develop purchasing strategies, maintain positive relationships with suppliers, coordinates with internal teams regarding their supply needs and oversee the purchasing team in their daily activities.

JOB TITLE:  Purchasing Manager

REPORTS TO:  COO

RESPONSIBILITIES:

·       Manage the purchasing process including the buying, selling and distributions aspects of the company

·       Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions.

·       Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.

·       Analyze existing purchasing processes for performance

·       Implement improvements to existing purchasing processes and delivery systems

·       Handle contract negotiations with vendors and suppliers

·       Identify ideal suppliers based on quality, cost and reliability

·       Maintain a good rapport with the company's clientele

QUALIFICATIONS::

·       5-10 year’s experience, and/or Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred

·       Prior experience working in the purchasing department in the same industry

·       KNOWLEDGE OF BUSINESS LAW, PURCHASING MANAGEMENT, FINANCIAL TRANSACTIONS, SUB-CONTRACTING, STEEL MARKET, GRADES OF STEEL, ASTM SPECIFICATIONS, HOT DIP GALVANIZING, PAINTING, POWDER COATING, MACHINING, WELDING, FABRICATION, STRUCTURAL HARDWARE, ALUMINUM, STEEL AND IRON CASTINGS.

·       Strong understanding of the market conditions and trends

·       Working knowledge of negotiation techniques in the industry

·       Exceptional interpersonal and social skills to build a good rapport

·       Positive and professional demeanor

·       Excellent verbal and written communication skills

·       Great team player