Purchasing Manager
Robert Half is seeking a full-time/direct-hire Purchasing Manager for a client located in the Sarasota area!
The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying and fostering a relationship with suppliers and vendors. You will also oversee the implementation of the supply and procurement strategies, while collaborating with various departments on costs, strategy, budgeting and other purchasing-related activities.
Responsibilities
• Procure company materials by negotiating rates and costs with multiple vendors
• Develop a supply and procurement plan to ensure timely delivery to our customers
• Create and monitor the performance of the purchasing strategy and be able to report directly to executives
• Liaise with various departments on all purchasing-related activities and provide oversight of company-wide purchasing strategy
• Work directly with Accounting on cost-analysis and planning
Qualifications
• 10+ years of purchasing experience
• 5+ years of management-level experience in a purchasing, supply chain or procurement position
• Strong negotiation skills
• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred but not required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Previous experience using purchasing software
• Intermediate Excel skills
Staffing and Recruiting
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Full-time