Purchasing Manager jobs in Brandon, FL

AP M, a Division of AP4 Group, is seeking a full-time Purchasing Manager
AP4 Group is a global full-service provider of heavy-duty & aeroderivative industrial gas turbine maintenance, including spare parts distribution, component repairs, and field services. Our team of 170 dedicated employees is on a mission to provide our customers with the parts and services they need, when they need them. We continue to grow and are on the hunt for talented people to join our team!

What are your responsibilities?
The Purchasing Manager will maintain the company’s inventory, ordering and supply of necessary parts while maintaining accurate records of all purchases.   The Purchasing Manager will conduct analysis of inventory turns, quote to sales win rates and assist the division management team with implementation of pricing strategies to increase inventory turns or gross profits.
Essential Duties 

• Order new stock up to authorized limits as inventory decreases.
• Maintain consistent stock of inventory.
• Source and maintain backup sources for high-demand parts.
• Establish and maintain supply sources for new products.  Recommend initial inventory levels for new products.
• Analyze inventory reports and order patterns to identify parts in need of automatic, recurring delivery or rescheduling of open vendor purchase orders.
• Create and implement inventory reports to optimize inventory turns, quote to sales win rates, pricing, and gross profit.
• Lead and maintain inventory system.
• Provide inventory reports to the division management.
• Develop and maintain good working relationships with vendors.
• Review ERP reports for daily goods received and shipments made.
• Conduct frequent spot and partial audits of physical inventory.
• Lead and direct periodic and annual physical inventory audits.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 5 years in an inventory analysis role. 
• Proficient understanding of inventory control procedures.
• Must possess basic mathematical skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills: ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
• Strong organizational skills and able to work with minimum supervision. 
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel.

• Team culture focused on building trust and empowering everyone to do their best work!
• Medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage available on your first day of employment!
• Health Savings Account Employer Contribution of $1500 for individuals or $3000 for families who enroll in a high deductible health plan.
• Telehealth benefits.
• Matching 401(k) plan.
• Competitive paid time off plan, paid holidays and floating holidays.

AP4 Group LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, citizenship, marital status, sex/gender, sexual preference/ orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, national origin, or any other status protected by law or regulation.