Purchasing Manager

About the role

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading a team that optimizes manufacturing efficiency and inventory levels, focusing on reducing Days of Inventory On Hand (DIOH) through pull-based methodologies such as supplier-managed inventory. They also manage supplier on-time delivery using Advanced Shipment Notifications (ASN), work with the Strategic Global Sourcing (SGS) team to enhance supplier relationships, and implement processes to minimize errors and outages (E&O).

Responsibilities

• Plan and maintain optimal inventory levels using PFEP to improve fill rates and inventory turns.
• Execute standard purchasing processes and strategies including procure-to-pay.
• Support supplier demand forecasting, capacity planning, and inventory management.
• Work with SGS to build supplier relationships and resolve delays.
• Ensure delivery capability and supply chain improvements like lead times and working capital.
• Improve purchasing function efficiency and effectiveness.
• Collaborate with Planning and Materials teams to achieve goals and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
• Requisition major purchased items and coordinate timely processing.
• Assist in new supplier onboarding and release processes.
• Manage make-buy and dual-source volumes.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related field OR equivalent purchasing experience.
• 3 - 5 years of purchasing or related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 1 - 3 years of supervisory experience.

Additional Qualifications

• Proven track record of managing shifting deadlines and priorities.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and project management skills.
• Influence senior management, teams, and individuals across multiple cultures, disciplines, and geographies.
• Experience in High Mix, Low Volume and High Volume, Low Mix Production environments.
• Strong project management and analytical skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• ERP/MRP user (SAP/Oracle).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Accounting, or Industrial.
• Previous supervisory experience.
• Association for Operations Management (APICS).