Manager, Purchasing and Fleet

Lifesteps, Inc.; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifesteps, Inc. is seeking a Manager of Purchasing and Fleet in Butler, PA. This on-site role supervises purchasing and fleet activities, ensuring timely procurement and cost-effective vendor relations to support Lifesteps' mission.

The role requires supervisory experience, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while coordinating vehicle safety and fleet maintenance.

Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Business Admin or related field with relevant experience in Fleet, Purchasing, Safety or related area.
• Two years minimum supervisory experience required.
• Ability to multi-task, work in a team environment and strong organizational ability.
• Logistical planning and negotiating skills are essential.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite is required.
• Current driver’s license and ability to travel for business using personal vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Purchasing and Fleet activities for Lifesteps.
• Ensure day-to-day purchasing complies with agency policies and procures items timely with best quality and price.
• Oversee fleet procurement, repairs/maintenance and relocations of vehicles; coordinate vehicle safety training.
• Ensure fleet is in good operating condition and cycles vehicles as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Negotiation skills

Verbal and written communication

Team supervision

Vendor relationship management

Education

Bachelor's in Business Admin

Associate's in Business Admin

Tools

Purchasing software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Manager of Purchasing and Fleet (On-site)

Lifesteps is a non-profit human services organization serving Western Pennsylvania for over 100 years by “helping individuals and families with life’s changing needs.” The Agency and Subsidiaries provide programs and services to help children, families, seniors, and those with special needs live to their fullest potential. If you are mission focused, Lifesteps is the right Organization for you. Lifesteps is in Butler, PA, with facilities throughout Western PA.

POSITION OBJECTIVE:

The Purchasing and Fleet Manager is responsible for supervising Purchasing and Fleet activities for the Organization. The Manager completes and oversees the day to day purchasing activities ensuring compliance with Agency policies and procedures. The Manager ensures requested items are procured in a timely fashion utilizing efficient means and negotiating techniques for best quality and price. The Manager oversees Fleet procurement, repairs/maintenance and relocations of vehicles and coordinates training for vehicle safety. The Manager ensures the fleet is in good operating condition and cycles vehicles as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Associates Degree in Business Administration or related field and (5) five years’ experiencein Fleet, Purchasing, Safety or related experience

OR

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or related field and (3) three years’ experiencein Fleet, Purchasing, Safety or related experience
• (2) two years Supervisory experience
• Able to multi-task, work in a team environment and possess strong organizational ability
• Possesses logistical planning and negotiating skills
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Current driver’s license and the ability to travel for business utilizing personal vehicle

Preferred:

• Experience with purchasing software and databases
• Experience in fleet management

Generous benefit package for Full-Time Employees Includes:

• 100% Employee Paid Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Premiums
• Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal/Emergency Time
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• 403 (b) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement and much more!

Lifesteps is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)