Purchasing Manager (1035)

KURZ TRANSFER PRODUCTS•Huntersville, NC

About The Position

The Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing the organization’s purchasing activities, ensuring cost-effective acquisition of goods and services while maintaining quality standards and supplier relationships. This role involves strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, vendor management, and continuous improvement of procurement processes. Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company goals Identify , evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal pricing and terms Oversee purchasing processes, including requisitions, purchase orders, and contract management. Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance to ensure quality and reliability Conduct market research to identify new sourcing opportunities and cost-saving initiatives Collaborate with internal department (e.g., finance, operations, logistics) to forecast needs and manage inventory levels Manage risk by assessing supply chain vulnerabilities and developing contingency plans Monitor inventory levels, production requirements, and communicate with Production team to plan and place orders for raw materials, to arrive in time, as needed, for three production facilities – forecast upcoming levels of demand Ensure compliance with company policies, legal regulations, and ethical standards Develop and Apply Supplier Controls and audits Analyze procurement data and generate reports on spending, savings, and supplier performance Lead and mentor procurement team members.

Requirements

Detail-oriented, critical thinker, and proactive approach to avoid potential problems; solid judgement along with decision making skills
Team orientation and strong organizational understanding
Comprehensive understanding of inventory and supply chain management
Ability to gather and analysis data and to work with figures
Professional demeanor with strong verbal and written communication/interpersonal skills
Ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced/time sensitive environment
A knack for negotiation and networking
Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field preferred
3 – 5 years purchasing experience
Computer-literacy: experience in MS Office (SAP, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)

Nice To Haves

Some chemical purchasing experience preferred
Supervisory or management experience
SAP ERP knowledge strong plus

Responsibilities

overseeing the organization’s purchasing activities
ensuring cost-effective acquisition of goods and services while maintaining quality standards and supplier relationships
strategic sourcing
contract negotiation
vendor management
continuous improvement of procurement processes
Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company goals
Identify , evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to secure optimal pricing and terms
Oversee purchasing processes, including requisitions, purchase orders, and contract management
Manage supplier relationships and monitor performance to ensure quality and reliability
Conduct market research to identify new sourcing opportunities and cost-saving initiatives
Collaborate with internal department (e.g., finance, operations, logistics) to forecast needs and manage inventory levels
Manage risk by assessing supply chain vulnerabilities and developing contingency plans
Monitor inventory levels, production requirements, and communicate with Production team to plan and place orders for raw materials, to arrive in time, as needed, for three production facilities – forecast upcoming levels of demand
Ensure compliance with company policies, legal regulations, and ethical standards
Develop and Apply Supplier Controls and audits
Analyze procurement data and generate reports on spending, savings, and supplier performance
Lead and mentor procurement team members