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Purchasing Manager - Manufacturing

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Auditing, Best Practices, Communication Skills, Compensation Management, Continuous Improvement, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Policies, Cost Control, Documentation, English Language, Hair Styling, Industry Standards, Inventory Levels, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Management, Market Trend Analysis, Needs Assessment, Negotiation Skills, Organizational Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Procurement Management, Procurement Software, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Metrics, Record Keeping, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, State Laws and Regulations, Supplier Optimization, Supply Chain Management, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection
LOCATION
Louisville, KY
POSTED
Today
Purchasing Manager 
Position Overview
The Purchasing Manager is responsible for directing and coordinating the procurement activities of the manufacturing facility. This role ensures that all materials, supplies, and services required for production are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with quality standards.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement purchasing strategies and policies to meet organizational objectives.
  • Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers and vendors based on quality, price, and reliability.
  • Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to ensure optimal value.
  • Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production and other departments to determine purchasing needs.
  • Prepare and process purchase orders and related documentation.
  • Maintain positive relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery and resolve any supply issues.
  • Analyze market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and legal requirements.
  • Evaluate bids and proposals, conducting supplier audits as necessary.
  • Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.
  • Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and supplier management.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • Proven experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing environment.
  • Strong negotiation, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency with procurement software and systems.
  • Demonstrated track record of cost savings and effective supplier management.
  • Knowledge of relevant regulations, standards, and industry best practices.
Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

EEO Notice

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

Privacy Notice

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies.

  • California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here.
  • Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here.
  • Residents of all other states may access our policies here.
  • Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here.
  • Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here.

Pay Transparency Notice

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

  • the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
  • licensure and certification requirements;
  • office location and other geographic considerations;
  • other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.

About the Company

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Company Confidential

Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search and strategic staffing for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, finance, technology, healthcare, operations, administration and more. As a premier talent solutions firm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies find talent to grow their business. Since its founding in 2002, Vaco has grown to more than 35 offices across the globe, 700+ employees, more than 3,000 consultants and $450M in revenue. Vaco has been named to Inc. magazine’s list of the fastest-growing private companies for past 11 years and is dedicated to developing long-term relationships, life-long careers and creative client solutions.
COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Staffing/Employment Agencies
FOUNDED
2002
WEBSITE
http://www.vaco.com/

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