Purchasing Manager

PMX Industries; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan

Retirement Plan

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Employee Life Insurance

Job summary

PMX Industries is seeking a proactive Purchasing Manager to lead metals procurement, optimize supplier relationships, and manage market risks to ensure a reliable, cost-effective supply of copper and alloys.

You will develop and execute short- and long-term procurement strategies, coordinate with internal departments, oversee purchasing, logistics, inventory, and vendor qualification, and mentor the team to drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, purchasing, finance, or related field.
• Minimum five years in metals procurement or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of metals markets, supplier management, and procurement practices.
• Experience leading/mentoring a team and making decisions.
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, organizational and communication skills.
• Proficient with MS Office: Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead metals procurement strategies and supplier relationships.
• Develop and implement short- and long-term procurement goals.
• Ensure timely availability of materials through purchasing and logistics.
• Monitor metal markets, assess risks, and manage pricing.
• Negotiate contracts and manage supplier agreements.
• Oversee purchasing, logistics, inventory, and disposal per policy.
• Maintain supplier qualification and approval processes.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive procurement value.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure delivery meets requirements.
• Prepare purchasing reports, forecasts, and documentation.
• Provide leadership and support procurement objectives and continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain purchasing policies and guidelines.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or related field

Tools

Outlook

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

PMX Industries is seeking a proactive and experienced Purchasing Manager to lead and optimize our metals procurement operations. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the availability of high-quality materials and services at competitive values while managing supplier relationships, market risks, logistics, and inventory.

The Purchasing Manager will work closely with internal departments and external suppliers to develop and execute procurement strategies that support the Company’s operational and strategic objectives. As an individual contributor and leader, this position will be responsible for establishing and implementing short- and long-term metals procurement goals and objectives in alignment with the Company’s overall business strategy.

Primary Responsibilities

• Follow all safety rules, policies, and procedures and perform work in a manner that protects themselves and others from hazards and injuries.
• Develop, implement, and administer short- and long-term metals procurement strategies, including sourcing strategies within the secondary scrap markets.
• Ensure the timely availability of required materials through effective purchasing and logistics practices.
• Monitor metal markets and assess, manage, and mitigate risks associated with market fluctuations and material pricing.
• Negotiate, execute, and manage contracts and agreements with suppliers and vendors.
• Manage the purchasing, logistics, inventory, and disposal of materials in accordance with Company policies, objectives, and market conditions.
• Develop, implement, and maintain an effective supplier and vendor qualification and approval process.
• Identify and implement opportunities to control costs and improve overall procurement value.
• Monitor supplier performance, availability, pricing, quality, and delivery to ensure business requirements are met.
• Prepare and ensure the timely completion of daily, monthly, and annual purchasing reports, forecasts, and related documentation.
• Provide leadership and direction in support of procurement objectives and Company goals.
• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives within purchasing and related processes.
• Develop, implement, and maintain purchasing policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, Company policies, and contractual requirements, and maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Foster a professional, collaborative, and positive work environment.
• Collaborate with other departments and organizations to promote teamwork and achieve Company objectives.
• Coach, mentor, develop, and train purchasing team members to support individual and departmental success.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Finance, or a related field &or a minimum of five years of experience in specialty alloys, metals procurement, or a related industry; equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered.
• Previous experience in the specialty alloys, metals, manufacturing, procurement, or related industry.
• Strong knowledge of metals, metal markets, purchasing practices, and supplier management.
• Previous supervisory or team leadership experience required.
• Demonstrated leadership and decision-making skills.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with employees, management, suppliers, and other business partners.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Compensation

Salary Range: $90,000–$135,000 annually

• 401(k) Plan
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Life Insurance

Pre-Employment Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background check.

PMX Industries is an equal opportunity employer.

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About the Company:

PMX Industries is the leading supplier of high qualitycopper and copper alloysin North America.

Since our founding, we have been committed to continually improving our safety and environmental performance through ongoing training and new technology. Safety is a top priority. PMX employees also have an active recycling program of metals, cardboard, plastic, and paper. We believe there are direct links between worker safety, quality systems, environmental performance, and economic success.

Business is conducted in accordance with company policies which are based on respect and accountability. PMX has earned a reputation for integrity and consistently meeting high standards. We support our communities and strive to be good neighbors. We know that business success begins with our employees!

We go far beyond simple compliance with federal and state regulations. We are dedicated to creating value for all that we serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Detail Oriented

: Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well

Education

Preferred

Bachelors or better.

Experience

Preferred

5 years:

Red Metal or Base metals procurement experience for a consumer preferred.Experience with hedging principles.

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