Buying Manager

Responsibilities:

• Develops a purchasing strategy.

• Reviews and processes purchase orders.

• Manages other members of the purchasing team.

• Maintains records of goods ordered and received.

• Negotiates prices and contracts with suppliers.

• Builds and maintains relationships with vendors.

• Selects prospective vendors and negotiates contracts.

• Evaluates vendors based on quality, timeliness, and price.

• Schedules deliveries and ensures timely fulfillment of orders.

• Researches and evaluates vendors to compare pricing and services.

• Coordinates with fellow managers to monitor inventory and determine supply needs.

• Ensures quality of procured items and addresses problems when they arise.

• Keeps up with trends in procurement.

• Travels to vendor locations.

• Stays current with purchasing technology trends and oversees purchase and implementation, as necessary.

Qualifications/Skills:

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Effective communication skills.

• Negotiation skills.

• Research and analytical skills.

• Interpersonal skills.

• Attention to detail.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree.

• Degree in supply chain management, logistics, or business administration preferred.

• 2-3 years’ experience as a purchasing manager or agent.

• Experience using procurement software and databases.

• Supervisory experience.