Materials Manager - Clearwater, FL

Job Description

Job Overview

Responsibilities for Purchasing Manager

Manage the purchasing process focused on planning and negotiating the purchasing aspects of the company

Handle contract negotiations with vendors and suppliers

Manage all aspects of purchasing activities to support contract awards

Monitor and control inventory levels

Manage order acknowledgement / confirmations

Monitor receiving / incoming inspections

Manage the purchasing teams activities

Review new proposals for the company identifying opportunities to increase competitiveness

Communicate with Program Management, Proposals and sales team to positively effect working strategies

Analyze existing purchasing processes for performance, monitor supplier KPI's

Implement improvements to existing purchasing processes and delivery systems

Identify new suppliers based on quality, cost and reliability

Qualifications for Purchasing Manager

BA degree in a related field preferred or 10 years prior experience working in the purchasing department in related industry

Strong understanding of the market conditions and trends

Working knowledge of negotiation techniques in the industry

Exceptional interpersonal and social skills to build a good rapport

Positive and professional demeanor

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Great team player

Flexible work extended hours as necessary

Direct Reports

Purchasing Team (Buyers)

Warehouse Team

Full-time