Director of Purchasing
Chapin International, Inc. - Batavia, NY
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MANUFACTURING IS IN CHAPIN'S DNA. We've been doing it for over a century, designing and producing industry-leading home and industrial sprayers, spreaders, irrigation and accessories. We understand that dedication to our employees and to our customers is the formula for our success. You'll contribute to a team that wins and accomplish great things through shared ingenuity, self-discipline and by always going that extra mile. JOB SUMMARY: To manage the activities of the Material Department, which includes purchasing and inventory control. Purchasing will buy supplies and materials at the optimal price and delivery cycle while meeting all inventory target levels critical for the attainment of business goals.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:· Lead a cross-functional staff of international and domestic purchasing/planning agents.· Plan and oversee a robust cycle count process to ensure the high velocity, high-value inventory items are monitored· Responsible for the departmental budget for the materials group.· Review all proposed and received orders to ensure vendor compliance and recommend vendor changes when necessary.· Partner with the Accounting Department to lead the annual physical inventory process.· Oversee, direct & participate in procuring materials and components, including identifying & evaluating new vendors, setting proper lead times and buying parameters, and identifying best cost vs. quality. Oversee new vendor setup.· Work with the production planning department, planning material needs to support demands.· Create, submit, and expedite purchase orders.· Provide reports monitoring KPI's for DOS, material spending and other information to management team.· Site visits to suppliers facilities as necessary.· Training & evaluation of the buyer/planner staff.· Actively participate and or lead cross-functional teams through CMS and S&OP that drive continued success and profitability.· Work with all departments to find cost savings in products and services.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:· Degree in Business with major course work in Purchasing and/or inventory control management.· 5 years' experience in purchasing with at least 2 years in a management position.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:· Must possess excellent communication, organizational, and analytical skills.· Professional ethics, tact, and courtesy in dealing with vendors.WE BELIEVE DIVERSITY DRIVES INNOVATIONWe are committed to building a culture where differences are valued. We believe in constant growth of our people, programs and tools. Chapin International is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to supporting and respecting all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, citizenship, or other protected characteristic.
Created: 2024-07-07