Procurement Manager Jobs

Gastite delivers innovative solutions through our core values of safety, quality, people, and customers. We commit ourselves to ensure inclusion, integrity, and excellence as we prosper in all aspects of our business.

Job Summary:

The Procurement Manger will lead business purchases, inventories, deliveries and spend to ensure they fall within budget guidelines, are cost-efficient and of high-quality while developing and strengthening supplier relations. The Manager will the lead Procurement team by supporting and assisting in daily business activities.

Key Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performing risk assessments on potential contracts and agreements.
• Evaluating spending operations while seeking ways to improve and enhance the quality of products purchased and the timeliness of deliveries.
• Supports and leads a safety-first mentality across the business.
• Controlling the procurement budget and promoting a culture of long-term savings on procurement costs.
• Approving purchase orders and organizing and confirming delivery of goods and services.
• Building and maintaining long-term relationships with suppliers.
• Developing procurement strategies that are inventive and cost-effective.
• Manages inventory levels to meet internal and external customer needs while delivering on defined business objectives.
• Works closely with engineering and marketing on new product launches and changes to existing products and programs.
• Preparing procurement reports including forecasting models.
• Sourcing and engaging reliable suppliers.
• Supports the IT systems that track shipments, inventory, and the supply of goods.
• Reviewing existing contracts with suppliers to ensure on-going feasibility.
• Responsible for Inventory Control functions including cycle count program and reconciliation of discrepancies.
• Negotiating with suppliers to secure advantageous terms.

Skills Required:

• Lean manufacturing knowledge and experience
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Highly organized and detail oriented.
• Excellent organizational, managerial, and leadership skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Multi-tasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks.

Education & Experience required:

• Experience using ERP software and tools.
• In-depth knowledge of preparing and reviewing contracts, invoicing, and negotiating terms.
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, logistics, or business administration.
• Proven experience managing procurement operations.