Strategic Purchasing Manager – Steel Fabrication

Jobot; Escalon (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Sick pay

Vacation

9 paid holidays

Simple IRA (company match up to 3%)

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a dynamic Purchasing Manager to join our engineering team in Escalon, CA. You will lead vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and align purchase schedules with production while driving cost reductions.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in procurement and supplier management, with strong communication and analytical skills to forecast pricing trends and optimize purchasing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a purchasing role within the engineering industry.
• Proven experience in vendor management, negotiation, and procurement.
• Strong knowledge of production planning and cost reduction strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to track pricing trends and forecast future needs.
• Proficient in using purchasing and inventory management software.
• Exceptional organizational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to resolve issues quickly and effectively.
• Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and standards.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee the company's vendor relationships, ensuring that all suppliers meet our stringent quality and delivery standards.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.
• Track and forecast pricing trends and their impact on future activities.
• Coordinate purchase schedules to align with production schedules, ensuring that materials are available when needed.
• Communicate effectively with project managers and foremen to understand their needs and ensure they are met.
• Track and manage purchase orders, ensuring that all orders are delivered on time and within budget.
• Monitor supplier performance, providing feedback and implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of cost reduction initiatives.
• Oversee the procurement process, ensuring that all purchases comply with company policies and procedures.
• Prepare and manage RFQs, evaluating proposals and selecting suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery speed.
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to meet the company's business goals.

Skills

Vendor management

Negotiation

Forecasting

Procurement

Vendor relations

Communication

Analytical skills

Purchasing software

Inventory management software

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Purchasing software

Inventory management software

Job description

Jobot is seeking a dynamic Purchasing Manager to join our engineering team in Escalon, CA. You will lead vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and align purchase schedules with production while driving cost reductions.

The ideal candidate has a proven track record in procurement and supplier management, with strong communication and analytical skills to forecast pricing trends and optimize purchasing processes.