Job Description Purchase Manager Our Organization is looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to join its organization. This successful candidate will be required to assist in the centralization of the Purchasing Department, and this is a great opportunity to build a department how you see fit. The Purchasing Manager will be required to: Purchase materials in a timely manner and at the lowest cost
Order special products in a timely manner
Assist in the preparation and management of the departmental budget
Assist in the hiring, training, evaluating, and supervising the department personnel
Coordinate vendor activity and negotiations
Analyze trends in vendor pricing and sales activity to determine correct timing of purchases
Issue purchase orders and changes
Verify accuracy of computerized purchasing records
Maintain proficiency in computerized purchasing/business systems; be literate and functional with Microsoft Office, Word and Excel
Review purchase orders for compliance with corporate policy Knowledge on ISO standards, vendor audit, forecasting and planning.