Purchasing Manager/Direct Hire

ZipRecruiter; London; On-site; GBP 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing and procurement firm is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement processes and ensure efficient acquisition of goods. The ideal candidate should have at least 10 years of experience in a production environment and a BS degree in Business Management. Responsibilities include managing a Senior Buyer, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with AS9100 Quality Management Systems. This position is in-person and full-time.

Qualifications

• 10-15 years’ experience purchasing in a production environment.
• Proven ability to negotiate effectively.
• Willing to travel domestically and occasionally internationally.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement processes to ensure efficient acquisition of goods.
• Negotiate pricing and process purchase orders.
• Manage Senior Buyer and resolve supplier discrepancies.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Team building

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of AS9100

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

BS degree in Business Management or similar

Tools

MRP/ERP systems

QAD

Job description

Job Description

Pay: $85,000.00 per year

Position: Purchasing Manager (Supply Chain Manager) - Direct Hire

Location: Westminster, MD 21157

Shift: 1st

Salary: $85,000 / Annually

Full-Time - 8 hours Monday to Friday

Interview: In-Person

Ability to Commute to Westminster, MD

Job Summary:
We 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 include:

• 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 include:

• 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 (FAR), and local laws, and the ability to apply them in procurement 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 Green Belt 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 Green Belt, Travel, MS Office, Federal Acquisition

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Company Description: Since 1967, Augmentation, Inc. has provided qualified personnel for various industries including Telecommunications, Information Technology, Manufacturing, and Engineering. Assignments are at top corporations and startups across the nation.