Purchasing Manager I

Nucor•Portland, TN

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Manager leads the Purchasing Department and manages related processes to ensure the procurement of materials and services needed for product fabrication and division operations. The role oversees daily purchasing operations, team development, purchasing practices, inventory levels, and supply chain activities, balancing material availability with cost, quality, and operational needs. The manager works with the Purchasing team and partners in Sales Service, Production, and Sales to coordinate material requirements, support production schedules, and meet customer commitments. The position also maintains supplier relationships, evaluates potential suppliers, coordinates contract agreements in accordance with policy, and turns division priorities into departmental goals and plans. The role partners with peer supervisors and teams to improve processes and uphold safety policies, procedures, and housekeeping standards.

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, setting 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 throughout the division.
Encourage continuous improvement within the Purchasing team and in personal performance.
Initiate, lead, and uphold safety policies, practices, procedures, and housekeeping standards.