Purchasing Manager Job at Executive Recruiting Group, Valdosta, GA

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  • Executive Recruiting Group
  • Valdosta, GA

Job Description

Overview:

The  Purchasing Manager develops purchasing strategies and oversees the purchasing team in their daily activities of sourcing suppliers and purchasing products, equipment, and services. Responsibilities include developing purchasing strategies, maintaining positive relationships with suppliers, coordinating with internal teams regarding their supply needs, and overseeing the purchasing team in their daily activities. The Purchasing Manager should be able to manage and optimize purchasing activities and processes. An outstanding purchasing manager should have excellent leadership abilities and be able to negotiate the best possible deals with suppliers. 

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement purchasing strategies.
  • Manage daily purchasing activities, supervise staff, and allocate tasks.
  • Manage supplier relations and negotiate contracts, prices, timelines, etc.
  • Maintain the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.
  • Coordinate with inventory control to determine and manage inventory needs.
  • Ensure that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications.
  • Prepare cost estimates and manage budgets.
  • Work to improve purchasing systems and processes.
  • Train new employees in the purchasing process and how to use the purchasing system.

Requirements

  • Degree in business administration or a related field.
  • Experience as a purchasing manager or in a similar position.
  • Significant knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.
  • Supervisory and management experience.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.
  • Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
  • Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.
  • Strong planning and organizational skills.

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office

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