Purchasing Manager

2 days ago

Sterling Heights, United States VAYAN GROUP, LLC Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Key Responsibilities

Procurement Strategy Development

·        Develop and implement effective procurement strategies that align with the company’s objectives, budget constraints, and quality          standards.

·        Manage and optimize the supplier base and establish criteria for supplier selection, evaluation, and performance assessment.

·        Establish and implement effective processes for job related travel booking

·        Optimize margin attainment through purchasing of travel and project related costs

Supplier Management

·        Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers to ensure quality, pricing, and delivery terms are met.

·        Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to achieve the best value.

·        Negotiate deals and discounts with travel suppliers, airlines and hotels.

·        Conduct regular supplier audits to assess compliance, quality standards, and adherence to contractual obligations.

·        Assess and mitigate potential supply chain risks, developing contingency plans to address possible disruptions in supply of essential job supplies, tools, etc.

Cost Management and Savings Initiatives

·        Identify cost-saving opportunities and work collaboratively with suppliers and internal departments to implement savings initiatives.

·        Monitor purchasing budgets and maintain an efficient purchasing process to minimize waste.

·        Monitor and improve key KPI’s.  ex: Cost per labor hour (CPLH) trends for consumable (safety items, printing, stickers, part marking materials, etc.

Warehouse

·        Establish a process for both the set up and closing of Vayan warehouses to ensure smooth project kickoff and mitigate costly fees that can accompany the termination of lease contracts.

·        Establish cost effective leasing plans for forklifts and similar items

Skills and Competencies

·        Strong Negotiation Skills: Able to negotiate favorable terms, prices, and delivery schedules with suppliers.

·        Analytical Thinking: Skilled in analyzing market trends, supplier performance, and cost-benefit calculations to inform decision-making.

·        Knowledge of Procurement and ERP Systems: Proficient in procurement software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems to streamline purchasing activities.

·        Project Management: Capable of handling multiple projects, managing deadlines, and coordinating across departments.

·        Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong communication skills to build relationships and manage interactions with internal and external stakeholders.

·        Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and thoroughness in procurement processes, contract details, and compliance requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

·        Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred.

·        Experience: Minimum of [5-7] years in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management, with at least [2] years in a managerial role.

·        Systems: Experience with NetSuite is a plus.

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