Purchasing Manager

San Antonio Shoe Inc•San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

San Antonio Shoemakers (SAS), a San Antonio, Texas based company, has been in business for 50 years and has developed a reputation as a premier American manufacturer of high-quality comfort footwear. SAS has an opening for a Purchasing Manager, who provides leadership and direction for all procurement activities by demonstrating integrity and ethics in all business transactions.

Requirements

Understanding of cost management and supply chain risk control.
Bachelor degree in Business or related field of study
Ten or more years of progressively responsible experience in a purchasing function at a managerial level, including three or more years’ experience negotiating contracts.
Ability to schedule and manage projects
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Able to meet fixed deadlines and manage under pressure
Experience with ERP systems. Microsoft A/X a plus.
Possess proficiency in computer applications such as Microsoft: Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook.
Contract management skills.
Must be able to lift 30 lbs.
Must be able to sit or stand for 8 – 10 hours.

Nice To Haves

Other software knowledge would be considered a plus.

Responsibilities

Monitors all aspects of the purchasing transaction to ensure appropriate financial, budgetary, legal and other cross-functional reviews and approvals, as required.
Provides input and recommendations on department procedures, budgets and plans.
Supervise and provide leadership, coaching, guidance, training and staff development.
Leads, plans, and directs the work for the assigned buyer group and associated supply chain specialist
Utilize ERP system to maintain accurate, real-time tracking of purchase orders and receipt of goods and services
Implement improvements to existing purchasing strategies, policies and procedure.
Handle contract negotiations with vendors and suppliers
Monitor inventory, determining purchasing needs and controlling cost.
Able to do data research, data analysis and deliver presentations.
Reviews and approves requests for quotation’s to suppliers for new and existing materials and services
Other duties as required.