Purchasing Manager

Ben E. Keith • New Brockton, AL

346d

About The Position

The purpose of the Purchasing Manager is to perform replenishment of all assigned inventory items in order to increase category profitability and streamline operational efficiencies. The role requires representing Ben E. Keith with professionalism, maintaining a positive attitude, and following the dress code. The Purchasing Manager will manage the replenishment of products within assigned categories to ensure supply is balanced with demand at the best price. Administrative functions such as purchasing system management, price verification, and new item requests will also be part of the responsibilities. Additionally, the Purchasing Manager will manage the purchase order process to drive the completion of purchases from inception to delivery, oversee the daily job responsibilities of assigned Purchasing Assistants (where applicable), and provide feedback to the Director of Purchasing related to the performance of Purchasing Assistants. Consistently demonstrating and modeling good management and self-management practices in support of BEK culture is essential, as is managing purchasing levels based on pre-determined guidelines.

Requirements

• Previous purchasing and/or manufacturing experience preferred
• Knowledge of and ability to competently use MS Office, internet, and email; willingness to learn new software as needed
• Previous management experience preferred
• Knowledge of Inventory/Purchasing system
• Valid driver's license required for driving to perform company business
• Ability to write reports, correspondence, and communications
• Ability to effectively present information to vendors and employees in a written and/or verbal format
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects, assignments, and tasks
• Ability to learn and use all Ben E. Keith applications
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business or related industry

Responsibilities

• Perform replenishment of all assigned inventory items to increase category profitability and streamline operational efficiencies
• Represent Ben E. Keith with professionalism and maintain a positive attitude
• Manage the replenishment of products within assigned categories to ensure supply is balanced with demand at the best price
• Perform administrative functions such as purchasing system management, price verification, and new item requests
• Manage the purchase order process from inception to delivery
• Oversee daily job responsibilities of assigned Purchasing Assistants
• Provide feedback to the Director of Purchasing regarding the performance of Purchasing Assistants
• Demonstrate and model good management and self-management practices
• Manage purchasing levels based on pre-determined guidelines

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• 401K with matching contribution
• Profit-Sharing Plan (100% company-paid)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness Program
• Educational Assistance Program
• Paid Vacation and holidays
• Employee Credit Union

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees