Purchasing Manager

at  Robert Half

Robert Half Management Resources is currently looking for an experienced Procurement professional to support an interim engagement with a Manufacturing client in London, OH. This role is covering a medical leave and focuses on supporting the client’s production operations by ensuring a consistent supply of necessary materials. Primary duties will be monitoring inventory levels, executing purchases when items need to be restocked, and communicating with suppliers. This role is 100% onsite at the client’s facility in London, OH.

• Generate and manage purchase orders for production components, considering inventory needs to prevent production interruptions
• Conduct frequent physical inventory counts to assess and adjust inventory levels according to production requirements
• Expedite delivery of materials and components in case of changes in customer demand, inventory discrepancies, or rejects to maintain production efficiency
• Regularly communicate with suppliers to address any issues or concerns, ensuring compliance with purchase order agreements
• Analyze and reconcile inventory data for accuracy and efficiency
• Leverage advanced Excel skills for data management and analysis
• Handle high volume purchasing activities for small component parts such as screws, nuts, and bolts
• Communicate frequently via email with suppliers, particularly those located in Japan
• Utilize skills in Purchase Orders, Inventory Analysis, Inventory Reconciliation, Purchasing Materials, Purchasing Activities, Supplier Management, and Microsoft Excel
• 3+ years in procurement or procurement related roles
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Demonstrated ability in managing supplier relationships effectively
• Experience with Inventory Analysis and Inventory Reconciliation
• Strong understanding and experience with Purchasing Materials and other Purchasing Activities
• Experience in creating and managing Purchase Orders
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
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