Procurement Manager
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a Procurement Manager to join a growing supply chain and procurement team. This position plays a key role in ensuring the timely procurement of raw materials and finished goods while balancing inventory levels to support business needs. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating purchasing activities, maintaining supplier relationships, monitoring inventory, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure uninterrupted operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for a supply chain professional who enjoys a blend of purchasing, planning, and supplier management responsibilities within a dynamic manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Purchase raw materials and finished goods to support production and customer demand requirements.
- Develop and maintain inventory plans that align with business objectives and company guidelines.
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure consistent quality, on-time delivery, and competitive pricing.
- Monitor inventory levels, demand trends, and replenishment requirements to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
- Coordinate with internal departments including operations, production, customer service, and logistics to support business objectives.
- Review and analyze purchasing and inventory data to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
- Resolve supply chain issues related to material availability, delivery schedules, and product specifications.
- Maintain accurate purchasing, planning, and inventory records within ERP/MRP systems.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field preferred.
- Experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, inventory management, or production planning.
- Strong understanding of inventory control, material planning, and supplier management practices.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization and supplier network.
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