Purchasing Supervisor

Graham Corporation is a great place to work with excellent benefits! Graham currently offers company paid Medical Insurance, Life Insurance and Long Term Disability. We also offer Dental & Vision insurance and Supplemental Life Insurance for you and your family. There is a very generous 401k match with no vesting schedule, 10 paid Holidays, a yearly Company paid Defined Contribution and an Employee Stock Purchase Program.

Summary:

Purchasing Supervisor will negotiate with vendors for the purchase of all materials, supplies, equipment, and services used by Graham Corporation.

Job Duties:

· Supervises the daily activities of the purchasing function.

· Reviews purchasing decisions, orders, and vendor contracts.

· Oversees the ordering of materials and supplies from vendors.

· Familiar with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures.

· Relies on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

· Negotiates with vendors for goods and services, negotiating the best possible price and service guarantee.

· Establishes purchasing policies and ensures compliance.

· Develops new supply sources where vendors are inadequate.

· Examines bids and makes awards.

· Establishes account/credit and terms.

· Negotiates blanket purchase orders when appropriate and monitors cost during the time period.

· Ensures investment budget rules are followed and keeps track to ensure adherence to policy.

· Checks requisitions for appropriate approval and account numbers.

· Works closely with the Receiving Department to ensure proper supplies arrived.

· Traces delinquent arrivals from purchase orders.

· Follows environmental and safety regulations and acts in compliance with laws.

· Complies with safety and corporate guidelines on business ethics.

· Institutes departmental measures to ensure Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance.

· Performs a variety of tasks.

· A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.

Education and Experience Required:

· Bachelor's degree in a business related field..

· Must show proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

· Ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels of the organization and external contacts.

Preferred Skill Sets:

· Negotiating skills.

· Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma concepts helpful.

· Proficient in AS400

Working Conditions:

· Working conditions are normal for an office environment. Work may require evening and weekend work.

Security Clearance:
Please be aware that many of our positions require a security clearance, or the ability to obtain one. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

Graham Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local law.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Negotiation: 1 year (Preferred)
• Purchasing: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location