Procurement Manager — High-Volume, Fast-Paced Purchasing

Toledo Zoo; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Toledo Zoo is seeking a Purchasing Manager for a full-time role to manage high-volume procurement and support operations across all departments. You will obtain quotes, negotiate terms, and recommend vendors to ensure a steady supply of equipment and services, while maintaining accurate inventory and reporting.

Under supervision of the Director of Food Service Operations, this exempt position requires dedication to efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with a drug-free workplace policy.

Qualifications

• 5 years of hands-on experience as a buyer, purchasing agent, or procurement specialist preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent combination of training and experience qualifies.
• Must possess the required certification in Food Service sanitation.
• Position requires forklift operation certification.
• Must have a valid drivers’ license and be insurable by the fleet insurance carrier.
• Must be at least 21+ years of age.
• The Toledo Zoo is a drug-free workplace, including marijuana.

Responsibilities

• Obtain competitive quotes, negotiate prices and terms, and make vendor recommendations for supplies, equipment, and services.
• Maintain inventory control of stock items to meet requisition needs in all departments.
• Prepare and process required reports and records.
• Report to the Director of Food Service Operations and work under general supervision.

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Food Service sanitation certification

Forklift operation certification

Driver's license

Job description

The Toledo Zoo is seeking a Purchasing Manager for a full-time role to manage high-volume procurement and support operations across all departments. You will obtain quotes, negotiate terms, and recommend vendors to ensure a steady supply of equipment and services, while maintaining accurate inventory and reporting.

Under supervision of the Director of Food Service Operations, this exempt position requires dedication to efficiency, accuracy, and compliance with a drug-free workplace policy.