Purchasing Manager

S&P Air Control
  • Chattanooga, Tennessee
    11 days ago

    Job Description

    Job Summary:

    The Purchasing Manager will oversee and direct the activities of the purchasing department and work closely with our operations and material management teams to ensure United Enertech and its suppliers are aware and prepared for our aggressive growth strategies. As Purchasing Manager, you will provide leadership and oversight for direct and indirect spend categories required to support the rapid growth of the United Enertech. Categories that are critical to the success and growth plan include raw materials, maintenance, repairs, operations, engineering, and services.

    Supervisory Responsibilities:

    • Hires and manages the Purchasing team, and other staff as needed.
    • Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.
    • Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
    • Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

    Duties/Responsibilities:

    • Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for materials, products, and acceptable substitutions.
    • Evaluate and establish relationships with suppliers and subcontractors based on quality, cost, service, availability, and reliability
    • 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.
    • Maintains and/or implements purchasing and recordkeeping systems.
    • Acts as the company's representative in negotiations with suppliers.
    • Coordinates removal or disposal of surplus materials.
    • Administers the departmental budget.
    • Performs other duties as assigned.

    Required Skills/Abilities:

    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills.
    • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
    • Strong negotiation 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.
    • Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
    • 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 related field required.
    • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a management role required.
    • Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing/procurement required.
    • Experience with Dynamics GP preferred but not required.

    Physical Requirements:

    • Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
    • Must be able to lift up to 35 pounds at times.
    • Must be able to access all areas of the facility to determine needs.
    • May require travel, less than 10%.

    Schedule:

    • 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday - Friday
     

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationChattanooga, Tennessee

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
    • Budgetingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Contract Managementunmatched
    • Corporate Policiesunmatched
    • Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Employee Terminationsunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Leadershipunmatched
    • Lift/Move 35 Poundsunmatched
    • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
    • Materials Managementunmatched
    • Microsoft Dynamics GP (fka Great Plains Dynamics)unmatched
    • Microsoft Officeunmatched
    • Needs Assessmentunmatched
    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
    • Operations Managementunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • People Managementunmatched
    • Performance Analysisunmatched
    • Performance Reviewsunmatched
    • Policy Implementationunmatched
    • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Procurement Managementunmatched
    • Purchase Ordersunmatched
    • Purchasing/Procurementunmatched
    • Team Lead/Managerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Training/Teachingunmatched
    • Vendor/Supplier Relationsunmatched
    • Willing to Travelunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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