Purchasing Manager Direct
Core
Overseeing procurement of direct materials, parts, components, and equipment to ensure timely supply and cost efficiency for production.
Role type
Senior IC Purchasing Manager
Builds
Procurement strategies, supplier relationships, and inventory management processes
Domain
Manufacturing / Supply Chain
Required skills
Supplier relationship management, inventory management, purchase order approval, team leadership, process improvement, cost analysis, contract review, MRP execution monitoring, vendor performance evaluation, strategic sourcing
Preferred skills
Master's degree, advanced functional and people management skills
Technologies
MS Office
Responsibilities
Manage and guide a team of buyers and expeditors; Implement processes with suppliers to improve on-time delivery and Purchase Price Variance; Approve purchase orders and change notices; Investigate inventory levels and manage excess/obsolete material; Conduct supplier performance reviews; Keep senior management informed of material availability and cost trends.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC