What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Manager position at Robert Half?
Jenny Bour at Robert Half is currently working with an excellent manufacturing company looking to fill a Purchasing Manager role. This Purchasing Manager will research vendors, products, and services and negotiate contracts for the best price and value. This may be the role for you if you are an experienced Purchasing Manager with excellent communication, inventory management and analytical skills. This is a permanent opportunity that offers great benefits and is located in the Amherst, NY area.
What you get to do every day
- Conduct research on potential products, vendors, and services, and comparing price and quality for the best deal
- Revise records of purchased products
- Coordinate with warehouse and delivery teams, making sure that goods are received on time
- Analyze costs and write reports on purchases made
- Write orders to refill stock as appropriate from monitoring inventory
- Attend events, shows, and exhibitions to network with vendors and view new products
- Inspect purchased products upon delivery and reporting any issues timely
- Participate in meetings with staff and other stakeholders
- Engage with vendors and clients to negotiate contracts
Salary : $60,000 - $75,000