Hybrid Purchasing Leader: Inventory Strategy & Vendors

AFC Industries; Arlington (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

AFC Industries is seeking a Purchasing Manager located in or near Arlington, TX, with hybrid work after training. Lead the purchasing team, manage inventory strategies, and build strategic supplier relationships to reach cost and service goals.

You will leverage your 5+ years in procurement to optimize processes, negotiate favorable terms, and maintain ISO procedures while supporting cross-functional teams. This role offers growth in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business-related field, preferably Supply Chain or Purchasing.
• 5+ years in buying/purchasing with management experience.
• Experience with inventory management and ABC classification.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead Purchasing department personnel, overseeing the purchasing process.
• Analyze existing purchasing processes for performance; identify and implement process efficiencies.
• Develop and implement procurement strategies for favorable pricing, terms and agreements.
• Monitor and control inventory levels and turns using inventory metrics and ABC classification.
• Build and maintain strategic relationships with supply base.
• Establish measurable regional department goals with supporting metrics.
• Analyze cost trends and supply/demand challenges and propose solutions.
• Ensure adequate inventory of all parts for customer satisfaction.
• Review and maintain ISO procedures for the purchasing area.
• Hire and train new employees to ensure success.
• Evaluate quality, pricing, and service of supply base.
• Pursue annual cost-savings goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Planning

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

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Education

Bachelor's degree in business or related field

Job description

AFC Industries is seeking a Purchasing Manager located in or near Arlington, TX, with hybrid work after training. Lead the purchasing team, manage inventory strategies, and build strategic supplier relationships to reach cost and service goals.

You will leverage your 5+ years in procurement to optimize processes, negotiate favorable terms, and maintain ISO procedures while supporting cross-functional teams. This role offers growth in a dynamic manufacturing environment.