Job Details

Job Title: Purchasing Manager

Division: Mill

Reports To: General Manager

FLSA Status: Exempt

SUMMARY-

The Purchasing Manager will oversee the procurement of paper machine equipment, MRO (maintenance, repair, operation) supplies, office supplies, building materials, mobile equipment, receiving, spare parts inventory control, and contractor services related to the paper manufacturing facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (Other duties may be assigned)-

Prepare RFQ (request for quotation) and bid packages

Create purchase orders, and vendor contracts

Issue purchase orders and place said orders in a timely basis for purchases of materials and supplies based on inventory levels and or a signed purchase requisition

Synchronize inventory management efforts across all departments to enhance operational efficiency

Sustain familiarity with all corporate purchasing agreements and adhere to said agreements

Communicate any issues with corporate vendors to our corporate purchasing department

Have working knowledge of standard machinery parts and products used for production

Research suppliers for the highest quality, best value, and best terms, etc.

Set up of new vendors and subcontractors and work with the legal department to ensure compliance

Assist in negotiations for purchases, including annual contracts, long-term contracts and blanket orders

Possess strong budgetary analysis and interpretation skills

Support accounting with invoice discrepancies

Oversee the set up/location of spare parts inventory items

Lead the spare parts department by optimizing warehouse layout, streamlining receiving protocols

Assist with reports and analysis to ensure timely procurement and cost control

Inform management of upcoming price increases, product availability, and economical alternatives

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE-

Post-secondary educational degree (2 to 4 year degree from college, university, technical school, military, vocational or other advanced educational institution) REQUIRED

Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following:

3-5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment

Experience using SAP

Experience using a CMMS System

LANGUAGE SKILLS-

Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, manuals, regulations, and codes

Ability to write business reports and correspondence

Ability to communicate effectively with suppliers, contractors, employees and company officials

Clear, concise oral and written communication skills

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS-

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, volume, and net present value. Able to apply concepts of algebra and geometry along with basic math (adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing)

REASONING ABILITY-

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

TECHNICAL SKILLS-

Ability to gather information and perform root cause analysis and problem solving

Ability to create reports for review by upper management

Computer literate with proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel

Negotiation skills

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS-

N/A

PHYSICAL DEMANDS-

Employee is regularly required to walk, talk, and hear

Employee is occasionally required to stand

The employee is frequently required to sit

Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

WORK ENVIRONMENT-

This position operates in a professional office environment.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS-

Performance will be measured by the adequate and timely flow of materials and equipment to support the timely and cost-effective completion of projects and day to day operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

Come join our growing team.