Purchasing Manager

Marvin • Grafton, ND

1d

About The Position

The Purchasing Manager plays a vital role in our team, overseeing the procurement and maintenance of optimal inventory levels. This dynamic position ensures that our company's material needs are consistently met with excellence. The Purchasing Manager is dedicated to resolving any material quality issues at their root cause, striving to achieve and maintain ship-to-use status for all materials. In this leadership role, the Purchasing Manager will inspire and manage employees in the Purchasing department, and may also oversee teams in the Receiving, Shipping, and Recycling departments. This role is pivotal in building a strong team by interviewing potential candidates, hiring, training, and developing employees to reach their full potential.

Requirements

• Computer proficiency (ICIM, Word, Excel)
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to read and understand material prints and specifications
• Understanding of material quality requirements, processes and procedures
• Ability to analyze inventory usage and requirements
• Purchasing processes and systems knowledge
• Negotiating skills
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field and/or equivalent experience is required
• A minimum of four years of Quality/Purchasing management is preferred
• 7-10 years of leadership experience, preferably in purchasing
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, MRP and team-based operations

Nice To Haves

• Supervisory experience is strongly preferred
• Knowledge/experience of Marvin product

Responsibilities

• Goal Setting: Establish team objectives aligned with company strategies and performance targets. Implement corrective actions as needed.
• Team Development and Accountability: Foster team growth and hold members accountable for their performance.
• Supplier Relations: Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to meet supply chain needs.
• Assist with Supplier Escalations: Support team members and handle escalated supplier issues.
• Liaison for Plant Leadership: Serve as the primary contact between plant leadership and the supply chain team.
• S&OE Engagement: Participate in Sales and Operations Execution activities to align daily operations with strategic goals.
• Project Management: Oversee improvement projects to ensure successful execution and alignment with company objectives.
• Review and Adjust Metrics: Monitor and adjust Customer Delivery As Promised metrics, providing direction for MRP adjustments.
• Operations Scorecard: Track and update scorecard metrics to meet performance targets and identify improvement areas.
• Month-End Reporting: Report department scorecard metrics and provide strategic direction for improvement.
• MRP Forecast Review: Evaluate MRP forecasts to ensure alignment with production needs and inventory policies.
• Inventory Management: Maintain inventory levels, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Annual Budget Input: Contribute to the annual budget by providing input on supply chain costs and resource requirements.

Benefits

• $300 annual wellbeing account to spend on what helps you feel happy + healthy
• Better Living Day! (a paid day off to go have some fun)
• Annual profit sharing – recognizing everyone’s contribution to Marvin’s success
• Giving at Marvin – participate in organized volunteer opportunities
• Brighter Days Fund – financial support from your colleagues and the Marvin family during personal hardships
• health insurance
• paid holidays
• paid parental leave
• 401(k) retirement savings match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager