Purchasing Manager

Rockler; Medina (MN); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Rockler in Medina, MN is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee the Purchasing Team's ongoing operations, using planning and supply chain optimization to maintain in-stock levels, inventory turns, GMROI, backorders, and on-hand inventory targets.

You will lead the team, drive efficiency from forecasting to customer receipt, collaborate with other departments, and present periodic reports to leadership on opportunities and concerns.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in demand planning, buying, and inventory management.
• 3-5+ years of experience in managing teams with a minimum of 3 years in managing demand planning/buying teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Engineering, or related field preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; basic Macro/VBA skills a plus.
• Experience with AX/Dynamics, Tableau or R is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing team to achieve key inventory metrics and on-hand targets.
• Lead inventory management efforts for Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) SKUs.
• Develop a high-performing team focused on company objectives.
• Execute planned purchase orders with a subset of Company Vendors.
• Oversee development, execution, and maintenance of Purchasing SOPs and Buyer Training.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives to inventory quality and productivity.
• Collaborate with other departments to optimize inventory management.
• Prepare, submit, and present periodic reports on purchasing opportunities or concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Excel

Communication

Demand planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Microsoft AX (2009/2012/Dynamics 365)

Tableau

R

Job description

Summary of Position

This position is responsible for overseeing the on-going operations of the Purchasing Team. The Purchasing Manager will use expertise in planning and supply chain optimization to ensure the organization meets its objectives in relation to in-stock levels, inventory turns, GMROI, customer backorders, and on-hand inventory targets. This person will be responsible for assisting the company in effectively and efficiently managing its inventory across all channels in the Company.

major areas of accountability

• Lead purchasing team to ensure achievement of key inventory metrics (e.g., in-stock rates, backorders, etc.) and inventory on-hand targets.
• Lead inventory management efforts for Fulfilled by Amazon (i.e., FMA) skus.
• Develop a high-performing team focused on achieving company objectives.
• Execute planned purchase orders on small subset of Company Vendors.
• Oversee development, execution and maintenance of Purchasing Department SOP’s and Buyer Training regimen.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives that improve inventory quality and productivity, improve efficiency of operations from sku forecasting through customer receipt, and support dynamic changes in market conditions.
• Collaborate with other departments to identify opportunities for more effective inventory management.
• Develop strong working relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to ensure the acquisition of accurate, relevant, and timely information to assist in optimized inventory management.
• Prepare, submit, and present periodic reports as established by leadership to identify purchasing opportunities or areas of concern.

requirements for position

• Self-driven, adaptable, and resourceful; able to work with limited supervision.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 3-5+ years of experience in demand planning, buying, and inventory management.
• 3-5+ years of experience in managing teams with a minimum of 3 years in managing demand planning/buying teams.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Excel. Basic Excel Macro/VBA skills a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft AX 2009, 2012, or Dynamics 365 a plus
• Proficiency in R and Tableau a plus
• CPPO, Certified Purchasing Manager, Certified Contract Negotiator, CPPB, or other advanced certification in procurement or contract administration a plus.
• Local Applicants only - Potentially a Hybrid role