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| Purchasing Manager |
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| Description |
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Directs the buying activities for a company, government agency, or organization. Responsible for identifying global sources of materials, selecting suppliers, arranging contracts, and managing relationships. Coordinates with materials management and manufacturing to ensure timely delivery of the proper materials. Provides analysis to increase levels of service at reduced costs. |
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| Related Positions |
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| Acquisitions Manager, Buyer, Purchasing Specialist |
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| Key Duties |
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- Requests and evaluates bids for parts and services
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- Negotiates agreements with possible vendors
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- Manages and monitors contracts with existing suppliers
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- Coordinates other supply functions within the company
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- Oversees supplier certification programs
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| Required Skills |
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| Negotiation skills; cost analysis; ability to read, understand, and help write legally binding contracts; written communication skills; proficiency with spread-sheets; personal confidence; ability to react to change; understanding of import/export processes; basic understanding of global supply chain and its related components; foreign language knowledge helpful. |
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| Career Path |
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| Entry-level purchasing managers typically have three to five years experience as an expediter or buyer. Success as a purchasing manager may lead to employment as a logistics manager or material manager. |
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| Required Qualifications: |
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- A Bachelor’s degree in any discipline.
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- Minimum of 1-3 years experience in relevant field.
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