Materials Manager - Clearwater, FL

Silicon Forest Electronics, a subsidiary of Impact Electronic Solutions; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electronics manufacturing firm located in Clearwater, Florida, is seeking a mid-senior level Purchasing Manager. This role involves managing purchasing activities, negotiating contracts, and leading a purchasing team. The ideal candidate holds a BA degree or has 10 years of relevant experience. Strong negotiation and communication skills are crucial for success in this role, which is full-time.

Qualifications

• BA degree in a related field preferred or 10 years prior experience in purchasing.
• Strong understanding of market conditions and trends.
• Working knowledge of negotiation techniques in the industry.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchasing process and negotiate purchasing aspects.
• Handle contract negotiations with vendors and suppliers.
• Monitor and control inventory levels.

Skills

Negotiation techniques

Interpersonal skills

Market understanding

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

BA degree in a related field or 10 years of experience

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchasing process focused on planning and negotiating the purchasing aspects of the company
• Handle contract negotiations with vendors and suppliers
• Manage all aspects of purchasing activities to support contract awards
• Monitor and control inventory levels
• Manage order acknowledgement / confirmations
• Monitor receiving / incoming inspections
• Manage the purchasing team's activities
• Review new proposals for the company identifying opportunities to increase competitiveness
• Communicate with Program Management, Proposals and sales team to positively affect working strategies
• Implement improvements to existing purchasing processes and delivery systems
• Identify new suppliers based on quality, cost and reliability

Qualifications

• BA degree in a related field preferred or 10 years prior experience working in the purchasing department in related industry
• Strong understanding of the market conditions and trends
• Working knowledge of negotiation techniques in the industry
• Exceptional interpersonal and social skills to build a good rapport
• Positive and professional demeanor
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Great team player
• Flexible work extended hours as necessary

Direct Reports

• Purchasing Team (Buyers)
• Warehouse Team

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing