Purchasing Manager

levels to meet theater demands without overstocking or running out of materials. This includes managing safety stock, reorder points, and inventory turnover rates.

• Supply Chain Coordination: Collaborating with suppliers, commodity teams, and other departments to ensure a smooth flow of materials/services through the supply chain. This includes tracking shipments, resolving delays, and coordinating with logistics.

• Material Planning and Forecasting: Analyzing demand forecasts, and lead times to create material requirements plans. Ensuring that materials are ordered in the correct quantities and delivered on time to avoid any disruptions.

• Supplier Relationship Management: Working closely with suppliers to negotiate terms, monitor performance, resolve issues, and develop long-term relationships. Assessing supplier reliability, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

• Cost Management: Work closely with commodities teams to reduce material /service costs, such as negotiating better prices with suppliers, finding alternative suppliers, or optimizing inventory levels. Managing material budgets and tracking expenses.

• Team Leadership and Development: Leading, mentoring, and training the team. Establishing clear objectives, fostering a collaborative environment, and ensuring team members have the resources and knowledge to perform effectively.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing
• Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and purchasing software.
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