Purchasing Manager

Jayco Inc•Middlebury, IN

13h•Onsite

About The Position

This position exists to plan, coordinate, direct, organize, monitor and lead purchasing functions to secure required materials and products in a manner that satisfies Jayco’s quantity, quality, cost and timeliness standards.

Requirements

10 or more years of related experience and broad knowledge of RV products and components is required.
Demonstrates analytical problem-solving skills while using good judgement and decision making processes.
Critical thinking ability, problem solving sensitivity and inductive reasoning skills are needed.
Requires ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions along with ability to interpret technical information.
Strong communication, collaboration and persuasion skills are required with demonstrated ability to communicate, negotiate successfully and lead team well.
Must display professionalism in all interactions and the ability to maintain a positive attitude through periods of adversity and disagreement.
Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects efficiently.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software, including AX.
Must comply with all safety policies, practices and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Makes new supplier contacts, negotiates contracts and pricing structures, analyses data to assess effectiveness.
Communicates with suppliers on a regular basis for discussion on new items, quality issues or other problem areas, including pricing and company needs.
Monitors off-line shortage, no quote and lead time reports taking appropriate follow-up action as required.
Plans for longer-term activities by forecasting conditions, defining missions, strategies and objectives and securing organizational commitment.
Supervises, manages, selects, trains, develops and assigns work of Inventory Control, Production Control and Line Buyer.
Coordinates with Customer Service personnel regarding warranty and recall issues providing supplier information as needed.
Coordinates and provides MSDS information for Safety Manager.

Benefits

Medical Insurance plan options, HSAs, and FSAs
Family Care Clinic for employees and dependents enrolled in a Jayco medical plan (IN only)
Dental Insurance
Vision insurance
Disability and Life Insurance
401k plan with an annual discretionary match
Wellness Benefits
On-site Fitness Center access (IN only)
Health Clinic for employee use (IN only)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Benefits