Purchasing Manager I

Nucor•Portland, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Manager leads the Purchasing Department and its daily operations, developing the team and overseeing purchasing practices, inventory levels, and supply chain activities. The role ensures the availability of materials while balancing cost, quality, and operational needs to support the fabrication of products and the division’s operations. The manager coordinates with Sales Service, Production, and Sales to meet material requirements, production schedules, and customer commitments; maintains and evaluates supplier relationships; translates division priorities into Purchasing Department plans and goals; and coordinates contract agreements in accordance with policy. The position also partners with peer supervisors and teams to identify inefficiencies and lead process improvements. Safety policies, procedures, practices, and housekeeping standards must be upheld at all times.

Requirements

At least 3 years of work experience in Finance or Purchasing within a manufacturing industry.
Ability to initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership experience.
Prior purchasing experience within the steel industry.
BS or BA in Business.
Experience with Microsoft D365.

Responsibilities

Lead the Purchasing Department’s daily operations and develop the team.
Oversee purchasing practices, inventory levels, and supply chain activities to maintain material availability while balancing cost, quality, and operational needs.
Communicate with the Purchasing team and collaborate with Sales Service, Production, and Sales to coordinate material needs, support production schedules, and meet customer commitments.
Maintain and strengthen supplier relationships, and evaluate new suppliers to support quality, value, and continuity of supply.
Translate division priorities into Purchasing Department goals and plans, and set priorities that support operational and business needs.
Coordinate contract agreements in accordance with policy.
Partner with peer supervisors and teams across Kirby to review processes, identify inefficiencies, and lead appropriate improvements.
Encourage continuous improvement within the Purchasing team and in personal performance.
Initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.