System One has an immediate need for a Purchasing Manager for our client in Chattanooga, TN. This is a direct hire opportunity with comprehensive benefits and relocation (if applicable).
*Must be local to or willing to relocate to Chattanooga, TN

Job Summary:
The Purchasing Manager will oversee and execute the day-to-day purchasing activities of the company, ensuring that the material needs of the organization are managed and the function is performing efficiently and effectively.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Participates in the hiring and training of departmental employees.
Organizes and oversees the work and schedules of department.
Conducts performance evaluations as appropriate that are timely and constructive.
Handles discipline and termination of employees as needed and in accordance with company policy.
Provides coaching and developmental conversations to employees with a focus on team first execution.
Duties/Responsibilities:
Developing, leading and executing purchasing strategies in accordance with customer schedules and the needs of the business.
Crafting negotiation strategies and closing deals with optimal terms and pricing with suppliers.
Managing vendors according to contractual agreements.
Analyzing costs, mitigating risks, and determining optimal delivery quantities and timings.
Tracking and reporting key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness.
Participates in efforts among sales, operations, engineering, technology, and customer service functions to produce smoother workflow and more cost-effective business processes.
Implements policies and procedures that will improve day-to-day operations.
Communicates and explains new directives, policies, or procedures to employees; for major changes, meets with other functions to explain changes, answer questions, and maintain morale.
Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
Strong leadership capabilities, negotiation skills, and analytical abilities.
10 years minimum working with enterprise ERP systems. ERP install experience is a plus.
Familiarity with all material replenishment methods including kanban, vendor and customer managed inventory, ERP interactions, min-max setting, and MRP.
Experience with sourcing and vendor management.
Possess business sense and be proficient in gathering and analyzing data.
Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Superior verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with project planning.
Extremely proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Must be collaborative and and operate well in a team environment.
Education and Experience:
Four-year degree from an accredited university preferred.
Extensive and diversified background with at least 10 years of related purchasing and people management experience.