Purchasing Manager

Dotson; Stockton (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dotson seeks a skilled Supply Chain Manager to oversee the end-to-end supply chain, from raw material purchasing and production scheduling to inventory control and final delivery to customers.

The role is onsite in Stockton, CA and requires 4–6 years in supply chain management, a Bachelor’s degree, and experience with MRP or SAP. Lead teams, optimize processes, and ensure cost efficiency while maintaining quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• 4-6 years of experience in supply chain/operations management.
• Experience with MRP or SAP systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production planning, materials purchasing, inventory control, price setting, vendor selection and distribution.
• Monitor movement of raw materials, in-process goods or finished merchandise to meet production needs or customer expectations.
• Collect data and prepare analyses to forecast demand or predict inventory needs.
• Maintain contact with vendors and submit purchase orders to ensure continuous supply.
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase accuracy; monitor KPIs and take corrective actions.
• Document performance of supply chain staff and processes.
• Complete all necessary documents accurately and on time.
• Adhere to 5S standards and safety/environment/quality policies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Leadership

Judgement

Creativity

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

MRP

SAP

Job description

Supply Chain Manager - 3098

Job Summary

The manufacturing Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the supply chain from raw material purchasing and production scheduling to inventory control and final delivery to customers

Onsite in Stockton, CA

Job Duties

• Assist with overseeing tasks related to production planning, materials purchasing, inventory control, price setting, vendor selection and distribution
• Monitor the movement of raw materials, in-process goods or completed merchandise to ensure that production needs or customer expectations are met
• Collect data and prepare analysis designed to forecast demand or predict inventory needs
• Maintain contact with vendors and submit purchase orders or requisitions to ensure a continuous supply of goods
• Develop and implement supply chain strategies to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and increase accuracy. Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective measures as needed.
• Document the performance of supply chain staff and overall processes
• Complete all necessary documents fully and accurately
• Adhere to 5S standards (e.g., maintain cleanliness of work area, etc.)
• Follow all Safety, Environmental and Quality policies and procedures
• Perform other duties as assigned

Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field like Supply Chain Management, Operations, or a technical field.
• 4-6 years of experience in supply chain, materials management, or a related executive/management role.
• Experience with specific systems like MRP or SAP
• Comprehensive knowledge of the field's concepts and principles
• Perform complex tasks typically following established processes
• Lead and direct the work of other employees and has full authority for personnel decisions
• Primarily focused on administering established policies and procedures; may have some impact on departmental budgeting, strategic planning and procedural change
• Typically require a bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of experience

Competencies/ Skills

• Intermediate verbal and written communication skills
• Leadership skills
• Judgement
• Creativity
• Organizational skills

Salary Range: $120k - $140k