Strategic Purchasing Manager | High-Volume Procurement

The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium in Toledo, OH, is seeking a full-time Purchasing Manager to lead procurement activities across departments. This role negotiates prices, obtains competitive quotes, and builds vendor relationships while ensuring accurate inventory control and timely reports. You will report to the Director of Food Service Operations and support our mission: Enjoy. Inspire.

Educate. Act. The ideal candidate has several years of buyer/purchasing experience and relevant certifications,

Qualifications

• 5 years of hands-on experience as a buyer, purchasing agent, or procurement specialist preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent with warehousing, stocking, inventory control, shipping/receiving experience.
• Certification in Food Service sanitation required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to be insured.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• The Toledo Zoo is a drug-free workplace.

Responsibilities

• Obtain competitive quotes, negotiate prices and terms, and make vendor recommendations for supplies, equipment, and services.
• Maintain inventory control of stock items to meet requisition needs in all departments.
• Prepare and process required reports and records.

Education

High school diploma

Food Service sanitation certification

Job description

The Toledo Zoo and Aquarium in Toledo, OH, is seeking a full-time Purchasing Manager to lead procurement activities across departments. This role negotiates prices, obtains competitive quotes, and builds vendor relationships while ensuring accurate inventory control and timely reports. You will report to the Director of Food Service Operations and support our mission: Enjoy. Inspire.

Educate. Act. The ideal candidate has several years of buyer/purchasing experience and relevant certifications,