Purchasing Director

3 weeks ago

Waukesha, Wisconsin, United States MRA - The Management Association Full time

Director of Purchasing Opportunity

MRA - The Management Association is seeking a highly skilled Director of Purchasing to join our team. As a key member of our operations team, this individual will be responsible for maintaining a strong base of subcontractors/suppliers, negotiating pricing and terms of delivery for material and labor, and supporting company objectives.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Expand and maintain professional and consistent supplier relationships and communication.
  2. Recruit trades and suppliers to develop a deep bench of potential new partners.
  3. Provide objective analysis on costs, review cost reduction activities, and prepare reports and updates on a quarterly basis.
  4. Negotiate contracts and work to improve prices or realize savings with suppliers/trade partners.
  5. Purchase materials, labor, and services to meet specified cost, quality, and schedule objectives.
  6. Support the purchasing/estimating function along with other departments throughout the company by maintaining accurate cost and supplier information.
  7. Communicate and proactively address any supply concerns which may impact construction operations or home delivery schedules.
  8. Define terms of business and relay scopes of work with new and existing partners.
  9. Ensure compliance to company guidelines and procedures, engaging with suppliers/trade partners to resolve price, quality, delivery, or communication issues.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent years of work experience.
  • Minimum 3 years of experience in a Purchasing or Supply Chain Management role required, experience in Construction or Manufacturing environment preferred.
  • Strong negotiating, decision-making, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
  • Advanced verbal and written communication skills.
  • Proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, and MS Outlook, experience with CRM, ERP, or project scheduling software a plus.
  • Ability to work both independently and within a team to ensure accuracy and efficiency.

Other Requirements

  • Some travel may be required within our geographic market area.
  • Employee must own or lease a vehicle and possess a valid driver's license with insurance coverage.

About MRA - The Management Association

MRA - The Management Association is a leading management association that empowers professionals to achieve their goals and advance their careers. We offer a dynamic and inclusive work environment, opportunities for growth and development, and a commitment to excellence in everything we do.

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