<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
The Purchasing Manager will oversee and direct the procurement of goods and services, with a strong focus on capital project purchasing. This role is responsible for ensuring our client obtains high-quality materials, equipment, and supplies on schedule and at the most cost-effective prices. By maintaining an efficient supply chain, the Purchasing Manager plays a key role in supporting the success of capital projects.
 
Key Responsibilities
 
<ul>
<li>Capital Project Purchasing: Support large capital projects in coordination with the project team to negotiate, contract, order, and track all purchasing required for the projects to adhere to the project schedule and specifications.</li>
<li>Sourcing and Vetting Suppliers: Identify, evaluate, and select potential suppliers based on factors such as quality, price, reliability, and ethical practices.</li>
<li>Contract Negotiations: Work with vendors to negotiate favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.</li>
<li>Contract Management: Manage vendor/supplier contracts to ensure compliance with terms, cost efficiency, service/goods quality, and on-time performance</li>
<li>Developing Strategy: Create and implement procurement strategies and policies to optimize costs, reduce risks, and improve efficiency.</li>
<li>Managing Vendor Relationships: Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with suppliers.</li>
<li>Inventory Management: Analyze demand, forecast future needs, and monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock.</li>
<li>Cost Tracking: Track purchasing metrics and performance to identify areas for improvement and cost-saving opportunities.</li>
<li>Collaboration: Planning and coordinating the work of buyers and purchasing agents, and handling staff training and management.</li>
<li>Cost Reductions: Develop cost reduction strategies and savings plans for key or high-spend categories</li>
<li>Compliance: Ensure compliance with internal controls and corporate policies by monitoring procurement activities and maintaining adherence to approved authorization limits. </li>
<li>Purchase Orders/Requisitions: Review purchase orders/requisitions for accuracy and compliance while ensuring timely and efficient procurement of goods and services.</li>
<li>Supervision: Supervise and provide guidance to the Purchasing team, including workload management, training, and performance support.</li>
<li>Reporting: Monitor and track open purchase commitments, and prepare regular reports on vendor negotiations, contract status, and purchase order progress to support informed decision-making.</li>
</ul>
 
 
Required Skills &amp; Qualifications
 
<ul>
<li>Education: A bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, finance, or a related field is preferred. </li>
<li>Experience: Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager or in a similar role, with a strong understanding of contracts and supply chain management. Capital project experience preferred.</li>
</ul>
 
Key Skills
 
<ul>
<li>Negotiation: Excellent negotiation and communication skills to effectively manage vendor relationships and contracts. The ability to secure the best deals and contracts.</li>
<li>Analytical Skills: Use data to analyze market trends, evaluate proposals, and make informed decisions.</li>
<li>Financial Acumen: Understand budgeting, cost management, and financial reporting.</li>
<li>Leadership and Communication: Effectively manage a team and communicate with both internal departments and external suppliers.</li>
<li>Attention to Detail: Ensuring accuracy in contracts, documentation, and data.</li>
<li>Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other stakeholders, including accounting, finance, engineering, and the project team.</li>
</ul>

Purchasing Manager

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionSun Gro Horticulture is one of the most prominent North American horticultural companies, employing over 800 staff and serving customers worldwide. Since its humble beginnings in 1929, it has become the leading supplier of soilless growing mixes to North America’s top 100 greenhouse and nursery growers, shipping over 70,000 truckloads of product annually. Sun Gro products are made to exacting standards and conform to high product quality and performance criteria. Sun Gro Horticulture recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of Sun Gro® is to promote individual employees’ sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with Sun Gro Horticulture. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, Sun Gro.GENERAL SUMMARY: &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Lead region’s Purchasing Assistants in achieving;
<ul>
<li>Budgeted Cost targets</li>
<li>Delivery Volumes and Timeliness</li>
<li>Terms Improvements</li>
<li>Cost Reduction Opportunities</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>The Regional Buyer / Planner manages budgetary spend for raw materials and expenses in full compliance of Sun Gro’s purchasing policy and programs.</li>
<li>Will manage all procurement aspects of a Sun Gro facility as well as lead a regional team of site purchasing agents.</li>
<li>Responsible for the management of regional source selections and execution of Corporate led supplier sourcing and global strategic initiatives. </li>
<li>Products and services are to be secured at cost, quality and delivery competitive levels consistent with company policy. </li>
<li>This position will be responsible for the execution plan at the site level for Sun Gro facilities driving volume spend programs associated with National and Regional programs. </li>
<li>Responsible for the timely planning and delivery of raw material to support multiple site management of inventory control levels, MRO, capital equipment and efficient use of Sun Gro BC system.</li>
<li>Proficient management of multi-site ERP / MRP platforms utilizing forecast and MRP data tools to drive raw material reloads, maintaining desired inventory flow and management in full support of forecasted and new sales opportunities. &nbsp;</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Research, Interview both current and prospective suppliers to determine supply capabilities, capacity, transportation logistics inventory control and management, negotiate prices and delivery terms with guidance provided by Corporate Purchasing and site Plant managers.</li>
<li>Select, secure and analyze supplier quotations, negotiating price and terms with suppliers, recommending suppliers with respect to Cost, Quality and Delivery</li>
<li>Effectivity utilize Sun Gro ERP systems to determine and maintain sku item level stocking, establish optimal reorder points for raw materials and oversee this process at other site responsible locations.&nbsp; </li>
<li>Responsible for initiation of purchase orders to secure raw materials and properly requisitioned MRO supplies through delivery and payment within Nav system.</li>
<li>Visit potential suppliers, new facilities and qualify them through Sun Gro Supplier on boarding process.</li>
<li>Provide leadership &nbsp;in the resolution of any product, design, quality and or delivery problems. </li>
<li>Coordinates as necessary any Quality matters or material change requests or issues between company and supplier, to include product return and credits.&nbsp;&nbsp; </li>
<li>Provide operational support to Safety and Quality teams as required.</li>
<li>Provide regional support to Corporate Purchasing Manager with raw material sourcing, planning, forecasting and overall supplier development.</li>
<li>Lead a team of Regional Purchasing agents provide guidance and leadership to fulfill all site level actives related to the Sun Gro procurement plan.</li>
<li>Work in conjunction with site plant managers to provide annual(C &amp; R) requirements tied to regional team focused objectives and personal development.</li>
<li>Project member for all site capital improvement projects or replacement of aged or expiring leased equipment. Responsible for efficient project capital budget and all purchases associated with approved CEA (Capital spend.)</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: &nbsp;
<ul>
<li>Strong customer focus - includes the ability to balance the needs of the customer with the needs of the business as well as fostering a strong customer focus mindset.</li>
<li>Strong Fact Based Decision Making skills – supports decisions with data and uses data to solve problems</li>
<li>Ability to Establish Plans – set clear, measureable goals, anticipating roadblocks and adjusts for problems, can accurate assess the length and difficulty of tasks.</li>
<li>Change Champion – able to communicate changes, remove obstacles and understand who needs to be involved in driving changes.</li>
<li>Strong execution skills – monitors progress to ensure achievement of goals, coordinate with other work groups.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Supply Chain Awareness - Influence other parts of the business to value supply chain as integral and strategically important and communicates clear understanding of key business drivers and interdependencies.</li>
<li>Influence Others - Can negotiate skillfully in tough situations with both internal and external groups.&nbsp; Can win concessions without damaging relationships.</li>
<li>Business Process Orientation - Gains strategic process alignment across functions consistent with corporate strategies and goals.&nbsp; Challenges status quo to eliminate non-value added work and continuously</li>
<li>Fosters Teamwork – values all employee’s contributions, involving team in decisions that affect them and discourages “we” vs. “them” attitude.</li>
<li>improve processes</li>
<li>Financial Management</li>
<li>Ethical Conduct</li>
<li>Proficiency with MRP </li>
<li>Project Management</li>
<li>Communication Proficiency</li>
<li>Negotiating and Supplier Relationship Management</li>
<li>Excellent organizational skills.</li>
<li>Manage and offer improvements to site Procure to Pay process</li>
<li>Review all Sun Gro process for efficiency and recommend improvements.</li>
<li>Positive “Can Do” attitude</li>
<li>Proficient in Microsoft Office</li>
<li>BC operating software.</li>
<li>ADP Processing</li>
</ul>
 &nbsp;&nbsp;EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
<ul>
<li>BA degree preferred or two to five years of related procurement experience</li>
<li>Production, manufacturing experience. </li>
<li>Previous team leadership experience desired.</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
<ul>
<li>This job is in an office environment, requiring the use of standard office equipment, computers, phones, scan / copy and filing.</li>
<li>This position is a sedentary office role, some occasion filing and lifting of office products and supplies up to 20 pounds.</li>
<li>Travel is primarily local during business days, although some out of area and overnight travel may be expected.</li>
</ul>
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Regional Purchasing Lead

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Description: Purchasing Agents work and negotiate with suppliers to purchase goods and services for the company they represent. This role may have the following duties and responsibilities: 
 
Major Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Evaluating suppliers by considering price, quality, availability and other criteria</li>
<li>Interviewing vendors to learn about products, services and pricing</li>
<li>Negotiating contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain the best deals on behalf of the company</li>
<li>Verifying purchases by comparing them to a primary list and recommending alternatives for expensive or irrelevant products</li>
<li>Interacting with suppliers to schedule delivery times and resolve shipping errors</li>
<li>Authorizing payments and maintaining receipts, records and inventories</li>
<li>Tracking and maintaining inventory of supplies</li>
</ul>
Qualifications:
<ol>
<li>High school diploma or GED required, college degree a plus</li>
<li>3 years previous experience in purchasing preferred</li>
<li>Strong data entry skills</li>
<li>Proficient with Microsoft Office</li>
<li>Excellent communication skills</li>
</ol>

Purchasing Agent

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
Position Title: Director of Purchasing Department: Procurement Location: Alpharetta, GA Reports To: President Status: Full Time, Exempt/Salaried
Position Overview
The Director of Purchasing at GrayWolf is a leadership role responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of procurement operations across industrial construction projects. This includes sourcing commodities, subcontractor services, and capital goods within the concrete, civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, and piping disciplines. The ideal candidate will bring deep technical procurement knowledge, robust vendor and subcontractor management skills, and the ability to lead a high-performing team while driving process improvement and systems integration initiatives. This role is essential in helping GrayWolf execute projects with precision and efficiency while managing risk, optimizing value, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and services.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership
<ul>
<li>Lead and manage the company’s procurement strategy, aligning purchasing activities with project requirements, budgets, and schedules.</li>
<li>Develop and implement standardized policies, procedures, and systems to ensure compliance, consistency, and efficiency.</li>
<li>Drive procurement process improvements and support the ongoing Oracle ERP system implementation.</li>
<li>Provide direction to purchasing managers and agents; evaluate performance and support team development.</li>
</ul>
Procurement Execution &amp; Oversight
<ul>
<li>Oversee end-to-end procurement for industrial construction projects, including bid solicitation, vendor selection, contract negotiation, and purchase execution.</li>
<li>Support complex procurement of subcontractor services, including scope evaluation, technical analysis, and terms and conditions.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with company financial, legal, and quality assurance requirements.</li>
<li>Interface regularly with SVPs, Project Management, Finance, and Legal to ensure alignment on key priorities and project milestones.</li>
</ul>
Vendor Management &amp; Market Intelligence
<ul>
<li>Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, vendors, and subcontractors across relevant trades.</li>
<li>Identify and qualify new vendors; evaluate vendor performance, pricing trends, capacity, and reliability.</li>
<li>Provide real-time market intelligence and pricing forecasts to internal stakeholders for budgeting and estimating.</li>
<li>Support ongoing cost-reduction and value-engineering initiatives across procurement categories.</li>
</ul>
Team &amp; Process Development
<ul>
<li>Foster a self-starting, change-driven, and collaborative team culture.</li>
<li>Lead the procurement team in executing against project needs while continuously improving systems and processes.</li>
<li>Provide guidance on conflict resolution, procurement escalations, and high-value contract negotiations.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
Required Experience:
<ul>
<li>Minimum of 10 years of progressive procurement experience in the industrial construction sector including technical buying of services (civil, structural, mechanical, piping, E&amp;I, concrete, etc.).</li>
<li>Proven success managing end-to-end procurement processes and teams.</li>
<li>Experience negotiating complex contracts and service agreements.</li>
<li>Deep understanding of procurement best practices, vendor management, material logistics, and contract law.</li>
<li>Experience working in environments with compliance requirements (e.g., SOX, LEED).</li>
</ul>
Preferred Education:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in Business, Construction Management, Engineering, Logistics, or related field.</li>
</ul>
Nice to Have:
<ul>
<li>Existing relationships with GrayWolf’s vendor/supplier base.</li>
<li>Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems.</li>
</ul>
Software &amp; Systems Proficiency
<ul>
<li>Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)</li>
<li>Experience with Oracle or similar ERP systems</li>
<li>Bluebeam PDF, procurement tracking platforms, and scheduling software </li>
</ul>
Work Environment &amp; Travel
<ul>
<li>Typical office environment with occasional travel to vendor sites, job locations, or other GrayWolf offices.</li>
<li>Will require occasional extended hours during peak project periods.</li>
<li>Valid driver’s license and acceptable insurance required.</li>
</ul>

Director of Purchasing

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription:
Kanawha Scales &amp; Systems, a division of American Equipment Holdings, is one of the leading Industrial Weighing solutions providers in the United States. Over the years, our ability to grow and set ourselves apart from the competition is the result of a tried and true philosophy – take care of our customers and take care of our people. 
 
We also believe that our people matter, which is why we are committed to providing our team members with competitive wages, attractive benefit offerings, and abundant training offerings. As one of the fastest growing companies in our industry, new opportunities are regularly available that enable our team members to develop, grow, and pursue their career passions.
 
Position Summary:
 
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Purchasing Manager to join our dynamic team.
 
The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for sourcing high-quality materials, managing vendor relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies align with company objectives. This role requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and professionalism.
 
The Purchasing Manager will collaborate closely with internal departments, including operations, finance, and inventory management, to forecast demand, optimize inventory levels, and support overall business goals. A successful candidate will have a proven track record of reducing costs, improving procurement efficiency, and maintaining strong supplier partnerships.
 
Key Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Manage purchasing, inventory, and shipping/receiving department personnel</li>
<li>Train new personnel in proper processes of ordering, order entry, payment approvals, inventory control, documentation, and customer service</li>
<li>Manage relations with key suppliers and shipping agents</li>
<li>Oversee International shipments including accuracy of shipment, proper documentation for finance and regulatory departments</li>
<li>Ensure accurate inventory is maintained while minimizing overstocking</li>
<li>Direct purchasing duties as needed and cover positions within department as needed to ensure timely ordering and receipt of customer product</li>
<li>Maintain good working relationship with production departments including TS, service, and administrative to ensure needs are met</li>
<li>Oversee hiring of contractors for building services including cleaning and maintenance</li>
<li>Handle ordering of capital equipment as directed by management to specifications needed</li>
<li>Work on continuous improvement of processes and procedures within department and companywide to ensure uninterrupted supply chain to branches, production, and service departments</li>
<li>Develop and manage department metrics to support ISO</li>
<li>Continually monitor key vendor relationships to ensure company receives best pricing and service</li>
<li>All other work related duties as assigned by management</li>
</ul>
 
Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Strong communication and negotiation skills</li>
<li>Attention to Detail</li>
<li>Organized and able to handle heavy volumes and pressing deadlines</li>
<li>Strong computer skills including ERP systems, Word, and Excel</li>
<li>Strong ethic</li>
<li>High school degree required, Bachelors degree in related field or equivalent preferred.</li>
<li>Applicable industry related work experience is a plus</li>
</ul>
 
Work Environment, Position Type and Expected Hours of Work:
<ul>
<li>Office environment- sitting at a desk and working on a computer.</li>
<li>Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.</li>
</ul>
 
What we offer:
We offer competitive compensation and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.
<ul>
<li>Cigna Health Insurance (Kaiser in CA)</li>
<li>FSA &amp; HSA healthcare employer contribution</li>
<li>Critical Illness, Accidental, and Hospital Indemnity Plans</li>
<li>Dental and Vision Plans</li>
<li>Company paid STD &amp; LTD Disability Insurance</li>
<li>Educational and Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li>Maternity (12-wks) and Paternity leave</li>
<li>Employee Assistance Program</li>
<li>Basic &amp; Voluntary Life AD&amp;D</li>
<li>4% 401K Employer Match, with 6% of your Contribution</li>
<li>Company Paid Time Off (PTO)</li>
<li>Company provided PPE</li>
<li>Discounts on products and services</li>
<li>Opportunities to network and connect</li>
</ul>
American Equipment Holdings is an organization of leading overhead crane and hoist, industrial weighing, and below-the-hook service providers in the United States. Together, our companies provide comprehensive solutions for everything related to customers’ overhead crane and hoist, rigging, and weighing and measurement needs, including OSHA mandated inspections, preventative maintenance and repair field services, parts, engineering, ISO certified fabrication, new and replacement equipment, automated systems, system modernizations and training. American Equipment Holdings is one the largest and fastest growing companies in our space with more than 800 dedicated team members that serve thousands of customers throughout the United States.
 
Our Commitment to Inclusion &amp; Belonging:
 
At American Equipment Holdings, we are dedicated to engaging with the widest possible range of talent. We believe that diverse perspectives drive innovation and engagement, enabling us to attract creative individuals and develop exceptional products, services, and solutions. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
 
Proof of right to lawfully work in the United States required.
 
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Requirements:

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription:
Hey Purchasing Leader,
Ready to jump into a role that’s all about driving success, building strong relationships, and making things happen? As a Purchasing Manager, you’ll lead a team in shaping the future of our procurement operations, with a focus on sourcing, inventory management, vendor relations, and supporting an outstanding customer experience in a dynamic distribution environment. You’ll be the catalyst for continued development of our amazing team, optimizing processes, and creating systems that meet company goals while championing quarterly rocks. We operate using the EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) framework—check out the book Traction by Gino Wickman for more details. Whether it’s crafting strategies or collaborating with internal and external partners, your role is all about achieving big things with a team effort.
 
If you have the following, we want to connect with you:
<ul>
<li>Strong leadership skills with a proven track record in managing and supervising teams</li>
<li>Humility, integrity and immersing yourself into our family</li>
<li>Background in distribution will help the learning curve significantly! Manufacturing or service background is great, but you will have a steep learning curve</li>
<li>A proactive, problem-solving attitude and the ability to think outside the box</li>
<li>A knack for clear communication and collaboration with internal teams, customers, and vendors</li>
<li>Strong decision-making skills, even in fast-moving situations</li>
<li>The love for data to create actionable plans</li>
<li>Comfortable in an evolving environment where fast adapting is needed</li>
</ul>
We look forward to hearing from you!
 
PURPOSE:
The Purchasing Manager, under the direction of the Purchasing Director, is responsible for overseeing the procurement operations of the team, including sourcing, inventory management, vendor relations, and supporting the customer experience within a distribution environment. Developing people, processes, and systems to achieve key performance indicator goals, along with setting product category strategies and being a strategic partner (internally &amp; externally), are necessary to achieve company objectives.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
<ul>
<li>Manage assigned supplier relationships and conduct all related procurement responsibilities for those suppliers</li>
<li>Identify and develop new suppliers with the goal of providing the best overall value to our internal and external customers</li>
<li>Hire, train, and coach Purchasing Agents on job performance standards</li>
<li>Establish department objectives in accordance with the company goals</li>
<li>Responsible for meeting or exceeding key performance indicators of GMROI, inventory turns, and fill rates, and driving department performance to achieve set goals</li>
<li>Utilize our ERP and MRP systems to set inventory policies that achieve company and customer needs</li>
<li>Maintain working knowledge of all Purchasing related processes and best practices and implement procedures that are pertinent to an efficient operation and enhanced customer experience</li>
<li>Develop and utilize vendor performance score cards and create corrective action plans as needed</li>
<li>Work with internal and external partners towards continuous improvement initiatives</li>
<li>Partner with suppliers, Sales, Customer Service, and Warehouse Teams to resolve product receiving, quality, and vendor-return related concerns</li>
<li>Assist in determining category strategies and set inventory policies to support those strategies</li>
<li>Partner with Sales, Marketing, and other teams to implement initiatives that align purchases and category focus towards strategic suppliers, Nassco brand initiatives, and category strategies</li>
<li>Partner with Purchasing Agents to resolve supplier or procurement issues in a timely manner</li>
<li>Lead and assist with vendor consolidation and SKU rationalization initiatives</li>
<li>Negotiate best product costs, supplier programs, and rebates to support overall company profitability</li>
<li>Create and support best practices for managing data and SKU hygiene within our ERP system</li>
<li>Provide back-up support to Purchasing Team members as needed</li>
</ul>
 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES:
<ul>
<li>Proven leadership with managerial and supervisory experience</li>
<li>Self-starter and collaborator with a focus on serving and helping others</li>
<li>Demonstrates proactive problem-solving initiative</li>
<li>Capable of challenging conventional wisdom, being open-minded, innovative, and self-confident in the face of adversity</li>
<li>Effectively communicate and respond to questions from internal leaders, customers, and other employees in a professional manner</li>
<li>Make sound business decisions and judgments with or without management approval</li>
<li>Ability to gather and analyze data, and create effective project plans and processes</li>
<li>Productive in a fast-paced team environment</li>
</ul>
 
Requirements:
QUALIFICATIONS:
<ul>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills</li>
<li>Excellent analytical skills</li>
<li>A courteous and professional demeanor with a strong positive attitude</li>
<li>Distribution experience in the Jan/San, Packaging, and Foodservice industries are a plus</li>
<li>Detail oriented, organized, and possesses strong ability to multi-task to satisfy competing priorities and deadlines</li>
<li>Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint</li>
<li>Working knowledge of ERP and MRP systems</li>
<li>Comfortable learning new reporting software with the vision to create reporting tools to drive goal achievement.</li>
<li>BA or BS in Supply Chain, Procurement, or Logistics Management or related field is preferred. Equivalent work experience can be substituted for academic degrees or industry certifications</li>
<li>CPIM, C.P.M., or CPSM certifications are desirable</li>
<li>3-5 years of distribution procurement experience, including purchasing, inventory management, supply chain management, supplier relationships, negotiation, and basic Cost Accounting</li>
</ul>
 
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
This position manages a team of Purchasing Agents across multiple locations.
 
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Specific vision abilities required by this job require frequent use of a computer monitor.
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This position resides in an office/cubical environment with regular utilization of computer, phone, printers, etc. Work environment includes periodic exposure to dust and variances in temperature due to the warehouse atmosphere. Will also be regularly exposed to fragrances and odors that come from the storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment. Noise level is quiet. Travel to other branch locations may be required, where members from the decentralized team reside, and/or to vendor locations for inspections/tours/assessments.

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription:
 Purchasing Coordinator – Supply Chain
 
Advanced Circuits, a division of APCT, Inc., was founded in 1989 and is now the 2nd largest circuit board fabricators in North America. While Advanced Circuits is best known for its expedited turn time capabilities and on time shipping record, the company is also the leader in commercial PCB, high-reliability, RFP documents for terms acceptability, and in the high technology marketplace.
Our company offers individuals the opportunity to utilize their skills to enhance their professional growth and the growth of the company. Advanced Circuits promotes a culture that excels in customer service, rewards risk-taking and allows the employees to be open to new exciting opportunities. The company takes pride in their “Can do Attitude” by providing top of the line service and going above and beyond for their customers.
 
Scope: This individual will be responsible for driving cost out initiatives, oversight of procurement process, supporting contract negotiations and commodity strategies. Purchasing coordinator responsibilities will include oversight of work instructions and training materials for all purchasing-related activities, supporting special projects as needed. This position will provide a wide range of exposure and experience across the business enterprise.
 
Essential Job Functions:
• Lead Buyer for assembly components and Central oversight to regional Buyers, Materials Supervisors and Purchasing Agents of assigned commodities
• Provide input, negotiating and support of strategic commodity and supply categories
• Supporting, establishing, and maintaining procedural discipline for commercial engagement with suppliers; including selection, quoting, bidding and awarding business to direct and indirect products and services
• Developing and proposing contracts for purchase
• Evaluating quality, price, reliability, technical support and availability of goods and services
• Performing supplier research and selection to enhance profitability, reducing operating costs and boosting efficiency
• Maintaining cordial working relationships with suppliers and supervising supplier activities
• Signing and reviewing purchasing agreements with suppliers, monitoring their performance and renegotiating contracts according to delegation of authority procedures
• Using quarterly and annual data to determine purchasing needs and performing inventory management
• Managing purchase orders, overseeing shipping schedules and maintaining purchase records
• Working with warehouse staff to compare deliveries with purchase orders to identify discrepancies
• Conducting ongoing market research to identify beneficial purchase agreements and potential suppliers
 
Requirements:
ssential Qualifications, Education and Experience:
• Ability to work evenings, weekends, and holidays, as necessary.
• Minimum High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in an operations or manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to travel as necessary to support execution of the project assignment.
• Direct experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Project, PowerPoint, Word).
• Willingness to learn how to use new ERP software and tools to support the business.
• Interpersonal skills such as teamwork and good listening skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrates strong time management and organizational skills.
• Strong Negotiation skills
 
Physical Requirements:
• Sit for long periods of time.
• Repeat the same movements.
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
• Understand the speech of another person.
• Speak clearly so listeners can understand.

Purchasing Coordinator

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionDescription:
POSITION TITLE: Purchasing Assistant 
EFFECTIVE DATE: January 26, 2022, REV. DATE &amp; NO.: 
REPORTS TO: Purchasing Manager LOCATION: Canonsburg, USA 
DEPARTMENT: Purchasing STATUS: Non-Exempt
______________________________________________________________________________
POSITION DESCRIPTION SUMMARY
In this position, the Purchasing Assistant is responsible for performing routine clerical duties. This position works under the direction of the Purchasing Manager to support procurement services by performing procurement functions, in a timely, cost-effective manner, for a diverse clientele. As well as provide excellent customer service to client groups, assist with vendor relationships and coordinate with Finance &amp; Administration colleagues.
Essential Functions
<ul>
<li>Provides administrative and clerical support to the department</li>
<li>Compile request for materials</li>
<li>Create PO and send it to suppliers. Register acknowledgement dates in PO/excel sheets. </li>
<li>Create part numbers for non-engineering requisition items. </li>
<li>Create new suppliers as per supplier forms. </li>
<li>Receive material for Blanket POs</li>
<li>Manage small value purchase of requisition items</li>
<li>Support buyers and purchasing function in all activities as needed</li>
<li>Communicate with suppliers and internal customers for swift exchange of information</li>
<li>Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates to assist Purchasing Agents.</li>
<li>Track orders and ensure timely delivery</li>
<li>Respond to supplier inquiries regarding order status, changes, or cancellations</li>
<li>Update internal databases with order details (dates, vendors, quantities, discounts)</li>
<li>Maintain updated records of invoices and contracts</li>
<li>Follow up with suppliers, as needed, to confirm or change orders</li>
<li>Liaise with warehouse / shipping and receiving staff to ensure all products arrive in good condition.</li>
<li>Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Competencies
<ul>
<li>Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.</li>
<li>Ability to learn purchasing procedures and policies.</li>
<li>Knowledge of ERP</li>
<li>Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software</li>
</ul>
Preferred Education / Experience
• High school diploma or GED 
• 2 years’ experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified preferred
Physical Job Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit at a computer for prolonged periods. The employee frequently is required to walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift or move objects up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.
May need a high level of concentration in a busy area.
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 
Working Conditions
Monday through Friday and on-call may be required. 
DISCLAIMER CLAUSE
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by the employee assigned to this position. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical job demands, and working conditions associated with the position.
Monday through Friday. Overnight, weekend, overtime, and/or travel may be
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Purchasing Assistant

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionPurchasing Manager - Manufacturing/Distribution - New Berlin WI This Jobot Job is hosted by: Brett Tolmie Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" buttonand sending us your resume. Salary: $100,000 - $140,000 per year 
A bit about us:
 Our client is a family owned and operated industry leader in the manufacturing, packaging and distribution of janitorial supplies. For over 65 years they have been providing their services to a wide range of industries including industrial, healthcare, hospitality, education, government, food, retail, building services and more! Currently they are looking for to add a Purchasing Manager with buying, distribution, inventory management and leadership experience who can work at their facility in the Milwaukee area. 
Why join us?
 Competitive compensation Comprehensive full benefits package Stability and growth potential 
Job Details
 The Purchasing Manager, under the direction of the Purchasing Director, is responsible for overseeing the procurement operations of the team, including sourcing, inventory management, vendor relations, and supporting the customer experience within a distribution environment. Developing people, processes, and systems to achieve key performance indicator goals, along with setting product category strategies and being a strategic partner (internally &amp; externally), are necessary to achieve company objectives. Responsibilities: 
<ul>
<li>Manage assigned supplier relationships and conduct all related procurement responsibilities for those suppliers</li>
<li>Identify and develop new suppliers with the goal of providing the best overall value to our internal and external customers</li>
<li>Hire, train, and coach Purchasing Agents on job performance standards</li>
<li>Establish department objectives in accordance with the company goals</li>
<li>Responsible for meeting or exceeding key performance indicators of GMROI, inventory turns, and fill rates, and driving department performance to achieve set goals</li>
<li>Utilize our ERP and MRP systems to set inventory policies that achieve company and customer needs</li>
<li>Maintain working knowledge of all Purchasing related processes and best practices and implement procedures that are pertinent to an efficient operation and enhanced customer experience</li>
<li>Develop and utilize vendor performance score cards and create corrective action plans as needed</li>
<li>Work with internal and external partners towards continuous improvement initiatives</li>
<li>Partner with suppliers, Sales, Customer Service, and Warehouse Teams to resolve product receiving, quality, and vendor-return related concerns</li>
<li>Assist in determining category strategies and set inventory policies to support those strategies</li>
<li>Partner with Sales, Marketing, and other teams to implement initiatives that align purchases and category focus towards strategic suppliers, Nassco brand initiatives, and category strategies</li>
<li>Partner with Purchasing Agents to resolve supplier or procurement issues in a timely manner</li>
<li>Lead and assist with vendor consolidation and SKU rationalization initiatives</li>
<li>Negotiate best product costs, supplier programs, and rebates to support overall company profitability</li>
<li>Create and support best practices for managing data and SKU hygiene within our ERP system</li>
<li>Provide back-up support to Purchasing Team members as needed</li>
</ul>
 Requirements: 
<ul>
<li> 2+ years of direct buying/purchasing experience</li>
<li>Background in distribution (not manufacturing)</li>
<li>Experience managing inventory and understanding demand fluctuations</li>
<li>Familiarity with MRO products</li>
<li>Ability to prioritize and react quickly in high-demand purchasing situations</li>
<li>Strong collaboration and communication skills</li>
<li>Self-starter and collaborator with a focus on serving and helping others</li>
<li>Demonstrates proactive problem-solving initiative</li>
<li>Make sound business decisions and judgments with or without management approval</li>
<li>Ability to gather and analyze data, and create effective project plans and processes</li>
<li>Productive in a fast-paced team environment</li>
</ul>
 Interested in hearing more? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.Company DescriptionJobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values. Founded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA). Ready to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com. 
<h3>Company Description</h3>
Jobot is on a mission to connect good people with good jobs. By combining AI-powered technology with the expertise of Jobot Pros, our experienced recruiters, we help you find career opportunities that align with your goals and values.\r\n\r\nFounded in 2018 and employee-owned since 2024, Jobot is committed to fostering a culture of kindness, respect, innovation, and connection. As an industry leader, we’ve been recognized as a top workplace by Forbes, Fortune, USA Today, and Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA).\r\n\r\nReady to find a good job? Create your profile today at Jobot.com.

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
The Senior Purchasing Agent is responsible for monitoring costs associated with products in both development and construction phases, collaborating with other departments to identify and implement new and more cost-efficient methods and materials, sourcing new vendors and trades, vendor/trade negotiations to obtain reduced costs, and purchase order/work order execution. Duties include:
Controlling and Reducing Costs
<ul>
<li>Choose vendors using a balanced approach, including quality, cost, and service. </li>
<li>Procure contracts and material costs at the lowest possible cost while maintaining quality and service standards. </li>
<li>Work with other departments to value engineer new product and projects.</li>
<li>Provide support and feedback for purchasing strategy adjustments.</li>
<li>Work with peers to come up with ideas to cut costs; motivate each other to achieve these goals. </li>
<li>Complete detailed estimates of costs and quantities of residential products using comparative and differential estimating techniques in Microsoft Excel and/or Google Sheets. </li>
<li>Design and implement strategies that reduce build-times, cost, and maintain or increase quality standards. </li>
<li>Directly responsible for purchasing information accuracy on sales documents (option prices, custom option costing and pricing, selection, colors, etc.).</li>
</ul>
New Communities
<ul>
<li>Provide accurate quantity takeoffs for new plans. </li>
<li>Create accurate material list for each new plan. </li>
<li>Create accurate contract budget for each new plan. </li>
<li>Negotiate with trade contractors and vendors to deliver high value.</li>
<li>Create accurate lot premium budget for each new subdivision.</li>
</ul>
Variance Reporting
<ul>
<li>Track VPOs on a daily basis on the VPO Log. </li>
<li>Forward all "VPO Approved" e-mails to the appropriate Superintendent to make them aware of the extra material that is ordered. </li>
<li>Review the VPO Log at month end and give recommendations for changes to improve future variances. </li>
<li>Submit Variance Report to the Purchasing Manager by the 25th of the month for all homes closed in the previous month. </li>
<li>Process Exception Reports within 3 to 5 hours of receipt from Accounting (submit to Construction by 12PM and to Accounting by 1:30PM).</li>
</ul>
Hard Costs
<ul>
<li>Complete all hard cost updates by the assigned deadline.</li>
<li>Bid lumber by the assigned deadline. </li>
<li>Run and review Hard Cost Report (following Hard Cost Process exactly). </li>
<li>Run and review Option Price Updates (following Option Price Update Process exactly) and turn into Purchasing Manager 3 days prior to option price deadline. </li>
<li>Enforce vendor increase policies. </li>
</ul>
Custom Options
<ul>
<li>Track custom option requests and status on Custom Option Tracker.</li>
<li>Estimate custom options (ensure all estimates are completed within 3 days of the request or within 5 days for structural requests that require a drawing).</li>
<li>Responsible for the accuracy of all custom option estimates for Sales.</li>
</ul>
House Release
<ul>
<li>Follow House Release process exactly to ensure correct variance reporting.</li>
<li>Provide detailed Load Budget Request Sheet to Accounting with proper expectations when asking for budgets to be loaded.</li>
</ul>
Cost Cuts
<ul>
<li>Strive to achieve cost cut goals each quarter through negotiating and value engineering. </li>
<li>Record progress on Cost Cut Tracker.</li>
</ul>
Vendor Paperwork
<ul>
<li>Update Vendor Paperwork Tracker every Thursday. </li>
<li>Record date of the most recently signed Schedule A for all vendors.</li>
</ul>
Rebates
<ul>
<li>Ensure that Hakes Brothers is submitting and collecting on all rebate programs on a quarterly basis by the 10th of the month.</li>
</ul>
Builder of Choice
<ul>
<li>Help Hakes Brothers become the Builder of Choice for our trade contractors. Manage trade contractors and supplier relationships so they can accomplish their jobs effectively and efficiently. Work with trade contractors to create value for them, as well as for Hakes Brothers. Be firm but fair; be consistent and reliable; instill discipline; give ample lead times; provide proper materials to execute the job; pay on time; be a good listener, and show respect.</li>
</ul>
Manage Professional Relationships
<ul>
<li>Cooperate with other departments and work to better the overall culture at Hakes Brothers.</li>
</ul>
Professional Appearance / Team Player
<ul>
<li>Always look, dress and speak professionally. </li>
<li>Be a Leader. Be an example to other Purchasing Agents. Be the top performer of each of the Purchasing Agent responsibilities. Be a positive voice for the company.</li>
</ul>
Vehicle
<ul>
<li>Must own or have access to vehicle for daily work. </li>
<li>Must carry a valid driver's license and auto liability insurance.</li>
</ul>
Other
<ul>
<li>Other duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
Education
<ul>
<li>Required: High School diploma or GED</li>
</ul>
Experience / Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Preferred: At least two years' relevant experience</li>
</ul>
Skills / Abilities
<ul>
<li>Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail </li>
<li>Excellent problem-solving skills </li>
<li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills </li>
</ul>
Physical Requirements
<ul>
<li>Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer</li>
<li>Must be able to access and navigate all areas under consideration in all types of weather </li>
<li>Ability to work in various weather conditions - heat, rain, cold, etc.</li>
</ul>

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