PURCHASING SUPERVISOR

Duties And Responsibilities

• Responsible for placing purchase orders to maintain inventory levels and cost control.
• Identify and develop qualified suppliers which meet company standards.
• Maintain and support company objectives for cost reduction, inventory turns and on-time delivery.
• Supervise and develop direct reports in the purchasing department.
• Perform audits and cycle counts to ensure inventory accuracy
• Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
• Make recommendations to management for cost saving strategies
• Develop, maintain and improve supplier relationships
• Locate alternative suppliers, products and services
• Provide purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing and summarizing data and trends
• Daily checks of critical inventory.
• Lead a team of direct reports in Purchasing Department to accomplish goals and tasks

Key Qualifications, Abilities And Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel/Word/Outlook
• Knowledge on SAP is a plus
• Organizational skills, analytical and critical thinking
• Knowledge on maintenance equipment desirable
• Strong communication skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Sense of urgency
• 2+ years of experience in Purchasing roles for manufacturing companies