Purchasing Manager

Purchasing ManagerCompany: Chicago Metallic Location: 1502 N Central Avenue, Humboldt TN 38343Position Summary: The Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing and purchasing essential materials and services to meet production schedules. This role involves researching raw materials and suppliers, comparing costs, negotiating purchase agreements, and developing inventory controls to identify demand for new materials. The primary objective of these activities is to minimize the risk of business disruptions caused by shipping delays, order cancellations, or cost increases. As a key frontline representative of the company, this position requires maintaining professional communication with both internal and external customers. This position reports to the Plant Manager. Receiving personnel report to the Purchasing Manager.Primary Duties and Responsibilities include the following:Maintenance of the system of ordering materials (MRP/Crystal reports, etc.), supplies, equipment, and their storage.Updating material and production routing sheets, and updating our customers' price list.Soliciting bids from potential suppliers, and assessing their quality and reliabilityEvaluating price proposals and negotiating contracts with suppliersCommunicating with all department representatives for supplies and budget guidelinesCreation of purchase orders for materials and supplies necessary to meet production demandsEnsuring accuracy of all ordersCommunicating orders to suppliersContacting suppliers to verify shipment details (quantity, pricing, and availability)Tracking and expediting ordersConferring with department representatives and suppliers to resolve issues or eliminate delaysPreparing Purchasing/Materials correspondence with limited supervision/directionResolving Invoice problemsChecking all deliveries/packages and distributing appropriatelyDeveloping strategies and monitoring performance to optimize inventory levels and report status.Developing the organization's procurement rules and regulationsManaging Receiving personnel, providing daily assignments, and performing annual reviewsPerforming other duties related to purchasing as assignedWearing safety glasses, safety shoes, earplugs, plant-approved gloves, long pants, and short or long-sleeved shirts (required when on the production floor only). No tank tops or sleeveless shirtsQualifications, Knowledge, and Skills: A Purchasing Manager should have the following skills and qualifications to be effective in the position:Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management preferred, High School diploma or equivalent degree (GED) with 5 years of related experience and/or training will be considered.Understanding the flow of goods and services through a manufacturing businessKnowledge of procurement software and tools (Macola or SAP Business One preferred)Interpersonal skills such as teamwork and good listening skillsAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, material safety data sheets, operating and maintenance instructions, company handbook, and procedure manuals.Negotiation skillsExcellent communication skills (verbal and written)Ability to solve problemsAttention to detailCompetence in stock control and inventory procedures with the ability to develop and maintain new SOP'sAbility to manage time and organizeAbility to organize others' workAbility to train and develop direct reportsProficient in computer skills in MS Word and Excel Bundy Baking Solutions