Purchasing Manager

U.S. Pipe; Bessemer (AL); Presencial; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

U.S. Pipe in Bessemer, AL is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead all purchasing and storeroom activities at the plant. You will develop strategies, manage inventory, and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure timely materials at the best cost.

You will supervise staff, coordinate with Operations, and contribute to budgeting and forecasting while upholding safety and efficiency in the storeroom and purchasing areas.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in business administration or related field.
• 5–10 years of experience as a purchasing manager in an industrial environment or similar.
• Advanced knowledge of purchasing, negotiating, and inventory processes; supply chain practices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; good team player.
• Experience with ERP systems and strong Microsoft Office skills.
• CPM or similar certification is a plus.

Responsabilidades

• Plans, organizes, and manages purchasing strategies for the Bessemer plant to have sufficient inventory at lowest cost.
• Executes purchase orders and manages supply of products/services via central purchasing agreements.
• Develops supplier relationships and negotiates prices and service performance.
• Ensures efficient storeroom operation, receipts, and ERP data entry; maintains inventories.
• Advises Plant Manager on market conditions and assists with budgeting/forecasting.
• Coordinates delivery/pick-up of rental equipment and disposition of surplus materials.
• Provides leadership and development for purchasing staff; ensures safety and orderliness.

Conocimientos

Communication

Team player

Negotiation

Educación

Bachelor's degree in business administration

CPM or similar certification

Herramientas

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Descripción del empleo

Why Join Our Team?

Do you want to be part of a team that is making a positive difference in lives all across the globe? Do you want to be part of a culture where you are recognized, respected, and rewarded for a job well done? U.S. Pipe has been providing quality water and wastewater products since 1899, and for the past 120 years, we have proudly supported local governments, municipalities, water departments, and businesses all across the United States and the world.

What We Offer:

• Team Collaboration: Join a team-oriented environment where collaboration is not just a buzzword but a priority.

• Career Growth: Be part of an industry leader renowned for world-class design, manufacturing, sourcing, and distribution, and take your career to the next level.

• Comprehensive Benefits: We provide a comprehensive benefits package with options tailored to meet your needs and those of your family.

About the Role:

U.S. Pipe is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join our team. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for developing strategies, planning, and managing all purchasing and storeroom activities for the Bessemer Plant. This includes the cost-effective procurement of raw materials, MRO parts, tools, non-CapEx equipment, services, and supplies necessary for plant operations and ensuring materials are received and distributed in a timely and accurate manner. The Purchasing Manager establishes and maintains positive supplier relationships, coordinates internal stakeholder requirements, and provides leadership and direction to purchasing department staff.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Plans, organizes, and manages the purchasing strategies and activities for the Bessemer plant consistent with company policies so that sufficient inventory of materials is available for efficient plant operations at the lowest cost possible, coordinating non-stores material purchasing with Operations.

• Executes purchase orders and manages the supply of products and services that are negotiated by central purchasing, ensuring compliance with supply agreements.

• Develops supplier relationships for materials and services not negotiated by central purchasing and negotiates with vendor representatives to obtain the best prices and service performance.

• Assures the efficient operation of the storeroom, including proper receipt and distribution of materials; timely and accurate entry of requisitions, receipts, and payment documentation into the plant operating system (ERP); processing of certificates of insurance and indemnity agreements; and maintenance of accurate inventories, including cycle counts.

• Advises the Plant Manager and staff members of market conditions and trends that could affect purchasing decisions and assists in the preparation of the annual budget and forecasting of material needs and pricing.

• Coordinates the delivery and pick-up of rental equipment between plant personnel and vendors and assists with the disposition of surplus materials and/or equipment.

• Provides leadership, development, and performance management for purchasing department staff, ensuring proper training and alignment with company objectives.

• Ensures all work performed in the storeroom and purchasing areas is performed in a safe and efficient manner and that work areas are maintained in a neat and orderly condition.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree required in business administration or a related field.

• 5-10 years of experience as a purchasing manager in an industrial environment or in a similar position.

• Advanced knowledge of purchasing, negotiating, and inventory processes, including proven application of supply chain management practices.

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and be a good team player.

• Must have experience with ERP systems and strong Microsoft Office skills.

• CPM or similar certification is a plus.