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Purchasing Manager

This role is responsible for effective procurement and production planning to ensure timely fulfillment of customer orders and accurate submission of EDI transactions.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree preferred.
• Supervisory training preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Effective decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational and supervisory capabilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and intermediate computer skills.
• Strong mathematical aptitude and analytical skills.
• Ability to work independently and make low- to mid-level decisions.

Responsibilities:

• Manage procurement processes for raw materials (e.g., dyes, chemicals, foam, and backing), including issuing purchase orders and conducting inventory simulations.
• Serve as the primary liaison with raw materials vendors to address delivery and procurement issues.
• Oversee month-end activities for raw material management.
• Source and evaluate new raw material vendors.
• Monitor and manage supplier performance.
• Supervise the raw material receiving process, including physical counts, labeling, and SAP data entry.
• Conduct inventory cycle counts using scanning systems and ensure adherence to the FIFO process.
• Resolve inventory discrepancies by identifying root causes and implementing countermeasures.
• Maintain 7S standards within inventory areas.
• Ensure the safety of warehouse operations, including team members and equipment.
• Assess team members’ skills, allocate work, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Develop and implement training plans for subordinate personnel.
• Ensure efficient production planning to meet operational requirements.
• Review daily shipping needs to minimize rush orders and expedited shipments.
• Collaborate with Sales Planning and Knitting Departments to adjust batch assignments as needed.
• Assist with customer buildouts to reduce obsolete inventory.
• Contribute to the creation of monthly production plans, factoring in manpower and machine targets.
• Oversee EDI transactions for outgoing shipments, ensuring submissions are completed before deadlines.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or manager.
• Travel is required up to 5%.

If you are looking for a stable company that will offer you career advancement and meet the above requirements, please send your resume in Word format to alex@mrbethlehem.com. Interviews are being scheduled NOW.