MATERIALS / PROCUREMENT MANAGER (Permanent)
Our client an established international manufacturing company with its US headquarters in WNY is looking to hire a Materials / Procurement Manager. This role will report to a fantastic Director of Operations and will manage & lead 2 buyers and 3 planners.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and coordinate buyers (2) and planners (3)
- Oversee corporate inventory policies manage inventory value and handle all purchasing and planning ERP transactions and setups
- Ensure seamless material procurement to support production and meet customer delivery requirements
- Select suppliers assess their capabilities and maintain documented supplier relationships
- Monitor and manage supplier ontime deliveries including EPD based suppliers
- Recommend major material purchases based on anticipated changes in price or delivery terms
- Analyze and address daily purchase price variances (PPV) identifying causes and proposing solutions
- Maintain supplier records in the ERP database and resolve supplierrelated issues promptly
- Collaborate with suppliers on quality delivery and quantity matters
- Administer and ensure compliance with quality assurance (ISO) procedures for purchasing and planning functions
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Monitor and optimize inventory investment to align with corporate goals
- Evaluate inventory items for obsolescence and recommend appropriate actions
- Visit supplier facilities to enhance operational knowledge
- Approve purchase contracts and purchases exceeding $5000
- Support the development and implementation of new products and processes
- Establish planning dates in accordance with inventory policies
- Other duties as assigned/as necessary
Details:
- Position is full time direct hire
- Position is 100% inoffice standard 1st shift hours with some flexibility when dealing with suppliers overseas
- $90000$% bonus potential; outstanding benefits & PTO
- Minimal travel may be required domestically and internationally (passport necessary) to Canada
- 5 years management experience in procurement materials management and/or supply chain
- Bachelor s degree in Business Supply Chain Management or equivalent experience in purchasing management
- Great interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Strong leadership and management skills with a proactive approach to achieving results and fostering collaboration
- Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills
- Excellent analytical and negotiation skills
- Proficiency in ERP and other computer programs
- Relocation not available
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
- All employees and applicants please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: ;