Purchasing manager

job summary:
Growing and very reputable company located in the Little Rock, Arkansas area is looking for a Purchasing Manager.

Candidates who possess experience with cycle counting, procuring MRO, chemicals, PPE, lab supplies and who have supervisory experience are encouraged to apply.

This role comes with a very competitive salary and annual bonus along with a 6% 401k match.

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S.

location: Little Rock, Arkansas
job type: Permanent
salary: $80,000 - 85,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: No Degree Required


responsibilities:

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes and maintaining safe practices at all times.

• Oversees the purchasing and inventory functions at designated plant sites to ensure continuity of supplies.

• Manages warehouse personnel, schedules work hours, advises on personnel issues and completes performance reviews and disciplinary action as needed.

• Mentors warehouse team to foster a continuous improvement mindset and promote our core value of the The Freedom to Do More.

• Creates, codes and receives purchase orders in PeopleSoft and KeepStock inventory systems.

• Orders materials and schedules deliveries for operational needs and inventory replenishment.

• Monitors market trends, pricing, supplier reliability and delivery schedules to anticipate material needs and align with corporate procurement strategies.

• Develops and maintains vendor relationships to ensure consistent and cost effective supplies.

Experience:

• 5+ years of purchasing and warehousing experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

• 5+ years of management experience.

Competencies:

• Familiarity with chemicals, lab supplies, maintenance parts and related goods.

• Working knowledge of inventory management systems (preferred but not required in Oracle PeopleSoft and KeepStock)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems

• Advanced consulting, influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to ensure strategic alignment with multiple parties

• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills with the ability to lead in a dynamic environment

qualifications:

• Experience level: Manager
• Minimum 5 years of experience
• Education: No Degree Required

skills:

• Purchasing / Procurement
  
  
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  At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.
  
  
  Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
  
  
  This posting is open for thirty (30) days.