Purchasing Manager

Job Responsibilities:
• Developing and implementing purchasing strategies.
• Managing daily purchasing activities, supervising staff, and allocating
tasks.
• Managing supplier relations and negotiating contracts, prices, timelines,
etc.
• Maintaining the supplier database, purchase records, and related
documentation.
• Coordinating with inventory control to determine and manage inventory
needs.
• Managing the maintenance of office/manufacturing equipment and
machinery.
• Ensuring that all procured items meet the required quality standards and
specifications.
• Preparing cost estimates and managing budgets.
• Working to improve purchasing systems and processes.

• Training new employees in the purchasing process and how to use the
purchasing system.

Purchasing Manager Requirements:
• Degree in business administration or a related field.
• At least Five (5) years experience in the Purchasing dept.
• Experience as a purchasing manager or in a similar position.
• Deep knowledge of inventory and supply chain management.
• Supervisory and management experience.
• Negotiation skills is a must.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software.
• Knowledge in QuickBooks accounting software is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.