Purchasing Manager

Job Summary

The Replenishment Commodity Manager is responsible for purchasing and inventory of the raw and packaging materials. Responsibility includes optimizing the inventory planning and material costs within the company’s policies & budget. This role requires a high ability to balance inventory targets and maintain forecast accuracy. This position is a key liaison to resolve supply issues, ensuring the efficient delivery of inventory, service, and cost objectives.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Creates & analyzes replenishment reports and produces daily vendor purchase orders.
• Managed assigned commodity portfolio to ensure uninterrupted production while optimizing inventory levels and maintaining supply continuity
• Examines and processes warehouse transfers.
• Monitors and maintain inventory ordering controls by reviewing forecasts, monthly reports, and vendor lead-time reports.
• Monitors & adjust price changes and special buy opportunities.
• Negotiates pricing and terms with new and existing vendors to achieve costing targets while maintaining quality and service.
• Performs manual inventory adjustments.
• Assists all departments with inventory related issues.
• Works well as a team player.
• Follows all company Policy/Store standards.
• Communicates and coordinates with sales, customer service and operations to assist with customer needs.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed

DIRECT REPORTS

• No direct reports

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in replenishment buyer/management
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain or related.
• Proficiency with SAP & Excel.
• Demonstrated negotiation and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage and develop supplier relationships.
• Proven ability to execute and deliver on commitments.
• APICS or Six Sigma certification strong Plus
• Excellent organizational, documentation and follow-up skills.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions, requesting clarification when needed.
• A positive approach and willingness to learn coupled with the ability to work in a team environment.
• Use required PPE Personal Protective Equipment: Safety Glasses and Safety Vest

Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Frequent and extended typing, sitting, standing, and walking for 8+hours

WORKPLACE & TRAVEL

• This position works out in a combination of an office setting and production floor setting.
• Travel is not required.
  
  
  

PERSONAL ACCOUNTABILITY AND REPORTING

All employees are responsible for supporting and complying with the organization’s Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) in accordance with ISO 45001:2018. This includes working in a safe and responsible manner, following established OH&S policies, procedures, and controls, actively participating in hazard identification, risk assessments, and incident reporting, and contributing to the continuous improvement of workplace health and safety performance. Employees are expected to take reasonable care for their own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by their actions or omissions.

RESOURCE ALLOCATION AND DRIVING CULTURE

Supervisors and managers are additionally responsible for promoting a positive safety culture, ensuring workers are consulted and involved in OH&S matters, ensuring compliance with safety controls, and supporting the effectiveness of the Occupational Health and Safety Management System.

About The Company

E.S. Kluft & Company is known for a long story of building only the best mattress in the U.S.! We are the company of choice for luxurious high-quality mattresses and want to be the employer of choice for your next career employment opportunity.

Future employees will have the opportunity to join Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance on the first of the month following the date of hire. We offer 9 paid holidays, vacation, sick, birthday, and 401(k) employer match from your first day of hire!