Position: Purchasing Manager Location: either Jacksonville, FL; Atlanta, GA; Louisville, KY or Detroit, MI FTE: Full-time
Purpose: The Purchasing Manager will form an integral part of the Purchasing function in the achievement of Operational objectives. With a strong, solid background in purchasing and supply chain management, the candidate will take a proactive approach in reviewing current systems and procedures, making recommendations and implementing changes. The role is key to leading the Company forward in securing quality suppliers of materials and components covering price delivery and quality targets.
Scope: The Purchasing Manager will report to the company COO and CFO. The role will have a clear project focus, supporting the purchasing function at a strategic level to help achieve objectives required to support the cost efficient, smooth operations of a multi-state Ambulance/Emergency Medical Service.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Managing and controlling all the company’s external general office, medical equipment, medical supply and pharmaceutical suppliers.
Product standardization, vendor negotiation, contract development and inventory management at multiple sites of operations across the country.
Establish strategic relationships with key suppliers who are aligned to the company's needs.
Identify new suppliers, agree terms and negotiate supply agreements where appropriate, including discount structures and volume rebates.
Foster close working relationships with the operations team within all markets
Continually improve purchasing methods and drive down external spend.
Visit market operations bases to maintain continuity of supply chain management on a local level
To carry out a comprehensive review of the Purchasing function and its methodology and identify and implement improvements.
Other Duties
Perform other related duties as assigned or requested by the company to meet operational needs.
Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
Degree qualified or equivalent in a business-related subject
Minimum 3 years previous experience in a Purchasing
High competency level in use of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, as a minimum)
Full Driving License required
Proven track record of controlling and reducing external spend while developing a robust supplier base
Fully conversant with modern procurement and purchasing techniques
Representing meetings and presenting Purchasing performance achievements
Management and coordination of purchasing activities
Manages and coordinates purchasing activities with a focus on cost efficiency, timely delivery, and quality performance
Strong leadership skills and proven experience in staff development
“Hand on” approach to all tasks
Ability to take a proactive approach to overcome challenges and achieve results
Highly adaptable and resilient, with a strong commitment to collaboration and people-centric leadership
Results-oriented and self-assured in decision-making and execution
Proven appreciation of customer service expectations and cost demands of business
Commercial and financial acumen
Developing sub‐ordinates skills and competencies and defines development needs
Ability to prioritize tasks effectively, balancing both short-term demands and long-term strategic goals of the business
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Compensation and Benefits:
Competitive compensation (above market rates)
Paid Time Off
Benefits package: (Medical; Dental; Vision; short-term disability; Life, Accident and Cancer insurance policies, and more)
401(k) retirement plan with a company match
Paid uniforms
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Referral Bonuses
Opportunities for overtime
Professional development & opportunities for advancement