Job Description

The Purchasing Manager oversees and provides leadership to the Purchasing Department and is responsible for the management of all purchased materials and services to support production and operations of the company. This person will work with the Customer Relationship Managers and other managers to review and understand the customer production forecasts and purchase orders. The Purchasing Manager in turn will work with the Purchasing Agents and vendors to ensure we receive the best possible pricing, delivery, and payment terms to support the needs of our customers

• Knowledge of mechanical and electrical components & assembly is also highly beneficial.
• As required, the Purchasing Manager will research and identify new vendors to support Kalow’s current and future needs. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, along with the ability to collaborate with multiple departments and a wide range of vendors are essential skills for this position
• Review and analyze customer production forecasts, purchase orders, so accurate purchasing shortage reports can be distributed to the Purchasing Agents.
• Solicit and track vendor quotes for parts and services.
• Work with the Purchasing Agents to ensure purchase orders for products and services are being placed in a timely manner to support the manufacturing operations of the business.
• Follow up with Purchasing Agents and vendors on purchase order status to ensure timely deliveries.
• Monitor inventory levels and scheduled purchase receipts to meet the company’s inventory turn goals.
• Communicate with internal departments regarding the status of parts as required.
• Coordinate with the Quality Department and Purchasing Agents to address vendor quality issues.
• Update and maintain product Bills of Material.
• Oversees and assists with the ongoing maintenance of part and freight cost data to insure the accurate pricing of finished products.
• Monitor all material costs against budgeted job costs.
• Research and develop new vendors for materials and services.
• Work with vendors to negotiate cost savings through price negotiations, terms, etc...
• Manage and schedule regular inventory cycle counts & report results.
• Ensure vendor files, both manual and electronic, are being maintained.
• Review & process packing slips / receivers as required.

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