Purchasing Manager at Omni Aerospace Inc

Wichita, Kansas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Vendor Management, Contract Negotiation, Market Trend Analysis, Budgeting, Cost Optimization, Inventory Forecasting, Quality Control, Supply Chain Management, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, MRP Systems, Process Documentation, Problem Solving, Cross-functional Collaboration, Accounting Principles

Industry

Aviation & Aerospace

Description

Description A Purchasing Manager oversees the procurement of goods and services for an organization, ensuring both cost-effectiveness and quality. They develop and implement purchasing strategies, manage vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and analyze market trends. This role may also involve managing a team of buyers and ensuring compliance with ethical standards and company policies while procuring goods and services at reasonable target prices. Key Tasks and Responsibilities: • Collaborate with internal customers to identifying products, services, and materials to be purchased to align with organizational goals. • Verifying key suppliers for each procurement and ensuring favorable terms and conditions • Securing long term agreements aligned with customer contracts to mitigate cost increases over the period of the contract • Managing one or more commodities as a buyer, as well as managing the department • Monitoring and forecasting inventory needs, determining purchasing requirements, and identifying associated costs • Overseeing the daily operations of the purchasing department, including task delegation and team supervision • Establishing quality control measures to ensure purchased stock meets company standards • Managing the procurement budget and preparing accurate cost estimates • Compiling and maintaining purchase records, supplier databases, and procurement contracts Requirements • Ability to align with the core values of dedication, integrity, collaboration and empowerment • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; or three to five years of manufacturing purchasing experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Certified Professional Purchasing Manager (CPPM) certification preferred. • Demonstrated experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and familiarity with supplier and sourcing channels. • Leadership, training, and mentoring experience preferred. • Strong skills in budgeting, cost optimization, and negotiation techniques. • Knowledge of accounting principles related to procurement. • Proficient in Microsoft Office, with a focus on Excel; experience with procurement software and systems. • Jobboss MRP experience a plus • Knowledge of local and federal laws and regulations related to procurement • Familiarity with process documentation, optimization and training others • An analytical mind with proactive problem-solving skills along with dynamic communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively with internal cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

The Purchasing Manager oversees the procurement of goods and services to ensure cost-effectiveness and quality while managing vendor relationships and contracts. They are responsible for leading the purchasing department, monitoring inventory needs, and maintaining procurement records.