Purchasing Supervisor

Water Control Corporation; Ramsey (MN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Water Control Corporation is seeking a Purchasing Supervisor to oversee the purchasing department, directing daily workflow, scheduling, and performance evaluations. You will manage procurement for equipment, materials, and services, build vendor relationships, and implement policies to improve efficiency.

The role requires strong leadership, detailed process knowledge, and the ability to train staff while ensuring timely, cost-effective purchases aligned with company goals.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
• Understanding of business and management principles.
• Thorough understanding of materials and supplies used in the company.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the purchasing department.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees following company policy.
• Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions.
• Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.
• Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Drafts, explains, and implements instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management.
• Resolves grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
• Establishes service levels and requirements for the department.
• Develops and implements training and quality assurance programs for new hires and experienced employees.
• Identifies and recommends or acquires updates and expansions to technology, equipment, and policies that may improve the purchasing department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Verbal/written communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Supervisory/leadership

Business acumen

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About this position

Description:

The Purchasing Supervisor will oversee and direct the activities of the purchasing department.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees following company policy.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions.
• Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.
• Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Drafts, explains, and implements instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management.
• Resolves grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
• Establishes service levels and requirements for the department.
• Develops and implements training and quality assurance programs for new hires and experienced employees.
• Identifies and recommends or acquires updates and expansions to technology, equipment, and policies that may improve the purchasing department.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
• Understanding of business and management principles.
• Thorough understanding of materials and supplies used in the company.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required.
• Three (3) years of experience in a related field required.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Must be able to access all areas of the facility to determine needs.
• May require travel.