Purchasing Manager

Company: Micro Gauge
Location: Port Huron
Posted on: November 24, 2022

Job Description:

*Job description*

Exciting opportunity to join our growing team! The Purchasing Manager role will develop, implement, and coordinate all aspects of the MRO processes on direct and indirect spends for multiple manufacturing and distribution locations. Maintain production capacity by identifying raw product sources; purchasing and shipping product.

Location: Brighton, MI or Port Huron, MI

Responsibilities Include

* Develop a system to evaluate vendor quotations that utilizes appropriate negotiation and purchasing techniques to ensure quality, price, delivery and service
* Recruit, maintain, and meet with suppliers that provide high quality products and services at a better price while maintaining the highest code of ethics and conduct
* Prepare and review contracts, bids, proposals, and vendor agreements for legal correctness, price, and acceptability of items to specifications
* Supervise the negotiation of complex requests for material, equipment, supplies, and services from suppliers and subcontractors
* Research, select and purchase quality products and materials.
* Process requisitions and update management on status of orders.
* Update inventory and ensure that stock levels are kept at appropriate levels.
* Arrange transport of goods and track orders to ensure timely delivery.
* Analyze market trends and apply this knowledge to make insightful buying decisions.
* Coordinate with inventory team, management, and stockroom as required.
* Assess quality of stock received and escalate any discrepancies to suppliers and management.

Qualifications

* 5+ years of purchasing experience
* Manufacturing experience
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Understanding of commodities a plus

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
* Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
* Bonus pay

Application Question(s):
* What are your salary requirements?

Experience:
* Inventory control: 3 years (Preferred)
* Purchasing: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location%58047475%

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