Assistant Manager- Purchasing in PrideNow

Job DescriptionPrideNow is currently hiring an Assistant Purchasing Manager for an automotive manufacturing company located in Georgetown, KY.Assistant Manager- Purchasing Georgetown, KY 40324, United States Permanent / Full timeSalary range: $60K- 65K/Yr. Position SummaryResponsible for directing all procurement activities for the Plant as related to both component and MRO items.Interact accordingly with all parties involved to assure that best practices are maintained. This is accomplishedThrough The Following Essential Functions.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAdhere to all safety rules and regulationsOversees negotiations with vendors for goods and services, negotiating the best possible vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule requirements. Establishes departmental procedures to ensure complianceAcquiring materials as needed to maintain production and pilot schedules, avoiding delays and outagesAnalyzes market, delivery systems and internal history to assess present and future material availabilityDirects cycle counts and other monitoring activities to ensure inventory accuracy and conditionMonitors activities of Purchasing and Receiving to ensure both material and supplies are received anddistributed on-timeCommunicate effectively with managers and other departmental assistant managers to address any issues that may arise. Participate in the investigation of these issues to determine root cause and escalateas necessary. Assist with annual budget activitiesPrepare various reports and forecasts as requiredKeep continuous improvement in the forefront. Suggest, plan, and implement positive changes withoutprompting. Maintain and improve housekeeping to ensure a safe, clean, and productive workplacePerform other duties as assignedRequired SkillsAbility to use computers and applicable software (Microsoft Word, Excel) at a high level. Ability to properly communicate to all levels of company employees to coordinate effectivelyHighly organized and results driven with great problem-solving skillsAbility to multi-task and successfully operate in a fast paced environmentStrong understanding of procurement practicesPhysical DemandsFrequently in sitting position to perform duties at desk and on computer so must be able to sit for an extended period of timeReasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Success of This Position is Measured ByOn-time Delivery of MaterialMaterial OutagesPremium Freight CostMaterial Cost to BudgetSupplier PPMEducation and ExperienceA college degree and/or a minimum of three to five years equivalent experience, preferably in the automotive manufacturing industrySupervisory ResponsibilityOversee and manage Purchasing Generalists and Specialists. Plan, assign, and direct their work, conduct performance reviews, communicate standard practices of work. #CBCompany DescriptionHere at PrideNow—a division of Pride Global—our team of knowledgeable, results-driven professionals provide dynamic solutions for all your unique business needs.We pride ourselves in our honest, supportive, and fully transparent relationships with both our clients and candidates. With our “white-glove service” approach, we provide our clients with a dedicated specialist to handle all your day-to-day needs.Our diverse database of candidates has been meticulously vetted and tested before being presented to any potential employers and fit all experience levels for any temporary, temp-to-perm, and permanent positions you may be looking to fill.Here at PrideNow—a division of Pride Global—our team of knowledgeable, results-driven professionals provide dynamic solutions for all your unique business needs. We pride ourselves in our honest, supportive, and fully transparent relationships with both our clients and candidates. With our “white-glove service” approach, we provide our clients with a dedicated specialist to handle all your day-to-day needs. Our diverse database of candidates has been meticulously vetted and tested before being presented to any potential employers and fit all experience levels for any temporary, temp-to-perm, and permanent positions you may be looking to fill. Show more Show less Должностной уровень Руководитель среднего звена Тип занятости Полный рабочий день Должностные обязанности Закупки и снабжение и Цепь поставок Отрасли Кадровое обеспечение и подбор персонала