OverviewPay:

$85,000.00 per year

Position:

Purchasing Manager (Supply Chain Manager) - Direct Hire

Location:

Westminster, MD 21157

Shift:

1st

Salary:

$85,000 / Annually

Status:

Full-Time - 8 hours Monday to Friday

Interview:

In-Person

Ability to Commute to Westminster, MD

Job SummaryWe are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement processes and ensure the efficient acquisition of goods and services. The ideal candidate will possess strong negotiation skills, a solid understanding of inventory management, and experience with sourcing materials. This role is crucial in maintaining optimal inventory levels while ensuring cost-effectiveness and quality in our supply chain operations. The purchasing manager must have at least 10+ years’ experience in a production environment and hold a degree in Business Management.

Job Responsibilities

Manage Senior Buyer

Negotiate pricing, process purchase orders and track delivery

Attend meetings as required. Management, daily stand-up, supplier status, etc.

Work cross-functionally with sales, accounting and Program Managers to support production

Resolve discrepancies with suppliers regarding certs, pricing, etc.

Identify opportunities to reduce costs and enhance overall purchasing process

Identify and onboard new suppliers, manage NDAs, set up new vendors in QAD.

Manage supplier performance to meet schedules

Create Small Business Plans for jobs over $750,000

Maintain Small Business Spreadsheets monthly

Report Small Business Figures to government every 6 months and create year-end report

Contact supplier regarding non-conformances and request RMA.

Create and send reports to upper management regarding monthly activities and cost savings

Visit suppliers when necessary to resolve quality issues, start new projects, etc.

Show initiative to take on more responsibilities

Fill in for Senior Buyer while they are on PTO

Plan, quote, write requisitions and order parts for Production jobs

Request certs, FAI and other documents from suppliers

Take actions based on ECOs.

Manager GIDEP alerts when required

Occasionally manage material outside of the ERP system

Responsible for supporting and ensuring compliance to AS9100 Quality Management Systems

Job Qualifications

BS degree in Business Management or similar

Ability to work and succeed in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while demonstrating superior communication, team building and leadership skills

Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team

Shows initiative on assignments, exercises independent judgment

Knowledge/understanding of Government contractor purchasing requirements, Federal Acquisition Regulations (DFAR) and local laws, and the ability to apply them in procurements of commodities and services

Knowledge of and experience with AS9100 Quality Management Systems

Microsoft Office proficiency

MRP/ERP experience required, knowledge of QAD helpful

Must have good attendance

10-15 years’ experience purchasing in a production environment

Must be a good negotiator

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing is helpful, Lean / 6 Sigma Greenbelt or higher a plus

Willing to travel domestically and occasionally internationally

Ability to work in the office on all days assigned – This is NOT a remote position

Key Words:

Negotiator, AS9100 Quality Management Systems, MRP/ERP, QAD, Lean Manufacturing, 6 Sigma Greenbelt, Travel, MS Office, Federal Acquisition

Job Type:

Full-time

Work Location:

In person

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