purchasing manager.

- Receives purchase requisitions and verifies for accuracy and authorization(s). Sources new vendors when necessary.
- Prepares and issues purchase orders; determines and negotiates prices, delivery, and credit terms; buys according to established company policies and procedures; maintains accurate purchasing records.
- Responsible for evaluating, assessing, and selecting vendors based on capabilities, performance, and consistent quality assurance.
- Maintains rapport and good working relationships with vendors; keeps accurate vendor records.
- Evaluates inventory reorder levels and quantity price breaks to determine most economical purchasing of inventory and supplies in relationship to company's cost of capital.
- Prepares monthly reports and reviews forecast of purchasing commitments.
- Coordinates with Production Scheduler to ensure delivery of purchased items for uninterrupted manufacturing flow.
- Responsible for global sourcing, assessing, and selecting vendors.
- Actively participates in quality assurance process and plan and provides reports related to department.
- Complies with all safety policy and procedures.
- Maintains confidentiality of company information.

Working hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Skills:
- Creative problem solver
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Manufacturing experience is a plus
- analytical skills
- Bachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field highly preferred

Education:
Bachelors

Experience:
4-7 years

Qualifications:
- 5 years purchasing experience required
- Microsoft Excel knowledge
- Experience with common MRP software applications needed.
- Proven experience in procurement, sourcing, and vendor management.


Please register at www.spherion.com/apply. Once youve registered, please come to our office at 4020 Call Field Rd Monday-Friday between the hours of 9am-4pm for a prescreen interview. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, and an incentive and recognition program (all benefits are based on eligibility).