JOB DESCRIPTION

Premiere manufacturing and assembly company is seeking a qualified Senior Purchasing Manager. The ideal candidate should have 7+ years of relevant experience working in a leadership position related to procurement. This position will require a highly energetic, fully engaged, forward thinking individual. The successful candidate will support the organization in all aspects the procurement phase. This is a salary position and compensation will be based on past experience. Due to contractual requirements with customers the candidate must be a US citizen.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• 7+ years of purchasing experience.
• Degree in business or similar discipline (preferred)
• Experience in logistics/supply chain management desired.
• Experience with ERP or MRP systems
• Understanding of the ISO 9001 quality system
• Proficient in Microsoft Office especially strong in Excel.
• Flexible; must be able to work cross-functionally.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both orally and in writing
  Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Purchasing: 7 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Norfolk, VA 23504 (Required)

Work Location: In perso

• Manage overall procurement process and personnel.
• Contact vendors to obtain quotations on various items and analyze for best value.
• Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders to acquire materials, components, supplies, equipment and inventory consistent with standards of quality and production schedules.
• Communicate with vendors to assure that all compliance documentation requirements are fulfilled.
• Support internal and external customers, outside vendors and third-party contractors.
• Track purchase orders and research as necessary.
• Track vendor compliance documentation and assist with vendor audits.
• Work with management team on overview and process improvement activities.