Job Summary:
The Purchasing & Asset Manager will oversee the planning, procurement, storage, control, and distribution of materials, fleet, assets and equipment. Developing inventory and purchasing controls within the company. Negotiating with vendors, suppliers and subcontractors. Position works closely with Administrative Manager, Production Manager and Financial Officer.
Duties/Responsibilities:
. * Maintains and builds relationships with subs, vendors and suppliers
- Develops and maintains inventory databases for supplies and equipment
- Maintains inventory levels to ensure deliveries occur within customer timelines.
- Maintains and ensures accuracy of the perpetual inventory system.
- Negotiates and completes contracts with vendors for optimal cost and delivery times.
- Identifies opportunities to reduce fleet costs and charges.
- Works with production manager to monitor inventory and materials utilized on jobs
- Establishes procedures for conducting and valuing year-end physical inventory.
- Reviews purchase orders and contracts for compliance with company and departmental policies.
- Collaborates with sales, customer service, and Production departments to maximize efficiency in the purchasing and inventory control department.
- Communicates with suppliers to resolve problems that may arise regarding delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale.
- Sets authorization limits for purchasing
- Purchases large and complex items.
- Develops and implements policies and procedures related to purchasing and inventory control with a goal to maximize efficiency and optimize workflow.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- Proven negotiation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
- Ability to exercise tact, courtesy, and ethics when dealing with vendors, co-workers, and customers.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software, as well as inventory software.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelorâs degree in Business or related field with coursework in purchasing and/or inventory control management, required.
- At least five years of buying or purchasing experience required with supervisory experience preferred.
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- May be asked to travel to visit vendors or different company locations
- Supervisor: 3 years (Preferred)
- Purchasing: 5 years (Required)
Education:
- High school diploma
Work Location:
- One location
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
Pay frequency:
- Every other week
Job Type: Full-time
Additional Compensation:
- Bonuses
Work Location:
- One location
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
- Dependable — more reliable than spontaneous
- People-oriented — enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects
- Detail-oriented — would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
- Achievement-oriented — enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
- Autonomous/Independent — enjoys working with little direction
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
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