Purchasing Manager

3 weeks ago


Orlando, United States LQ CONSTRUCTION INC Full time

LQ Construction Inc is a family owned and operated construction company that has been serving the Florida communities for more than 21 years. Specializing in the following trades shell construction, trucking, land development, fine grading, trash disposal, we are our customers contractor of choice. We partner with large commercial general contractors to national builders to the most fine custom home builders to the owner builders.

LQ Construction Inc is actively seeking and pursing a seasoned purchasing manager to come on board and lead & build our procurement department.

Position Overview

As Purchasing manager you will represent LQ Construction with the upmost standards, respect, integrity & firmness. You will be the decision maker on awarding projects to vendors, subcontractors, acquiring machinery & parts. Most of these relationships have been in stone for 20+ years, you will be responsible for maintaining and growing these relationships for years to come.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluating suppliers: Assess suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery speed. Visit suppliers' facilities and interview vendors to learn about their products and services.
  • Negotiating contracts: Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers, such as when products will be delivered.
  • Developing strategies: Create and implement purchasing strategies, and track metrics.
  • Analyzing costs: Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other information to determine reasonable prices.
  • Preparing reports: Prepare and present market conditions and merchandise cost reports.
  • Processing orders: Prepare and process purchase orders, and maintain records of goods ordered and received.
  • Managing vendors: Build and maintain relationships with vendors, and select prospective vendors.

Required Skills & qualifications.

  • 5+ years of experience as purchasing manager.
  • In depth knowledge of purchasing principals, strategies & best practices.
  • Strong skills in budgeting, cost optimization & negotiation.
  • Knowledge of vendor management.
  • Analytical mindset with excellent communication & interpersonal traits.
  • Proficiency in using Microsoft 365.
  • Proficiency in accounting software like QB, Sage & Oracle.
  • Willingness to work in a fast paced environment.
  • Knowledge of local and national laws and regulations in regards to procurement procedures.

Preferred Skills and qualifications.

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.
  • Experience with global sourcing, logistics & supply chain best practices.

Benefits

  • 401K with a generous company match.
  • Paid time off.
  • Continuing education reimbursement.
  • Competitive yearly salary.
  • End of year performance bonus.
  • Health, dental & vision benefits.
  • Yearly raise.
  • Growth opportunities.

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