Purchasing Manager

Lansing, MI, US, United States

Job Description

ACCOUNTABILITIES include the following:





Purchasing, Procurement & Asset Management


Develop and implement purchasing policies, procedures and best practices to support operational efficiency and cost control Lead strategic sourcing, vendor negotiations and data-driven initiatives to reduce costs and improve service quality Oversee buyers in product selection, RFP/RFQ development and bid evaluation, as well as contract drafting, negotiation, execution and tracking Evaluate suppliers and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance, reliability, quality and value; address performance issues and drive corrective action Manage Granger's warranty program, including claim submission, tracking, approvals and vendor dispute resolution Ensure accurate purchasing operations through effective document control, inventory oversight, invoice approvals and record management; recommend technology improvements to enhance efficiency Supervise and support the purchasing team, providing leadership, coaching and hands-on assistance as needed while fostering strong cross-department collaboration Educate staff on waste reduction and purchasing efficiencies, including optimizing ordering volumes and practices Evaluate asset requests and recommend optimal solutions across refurbishment, used assets, new purchases and leasing or rental options Partner with the fleet director to manage asset lifecycle planning, positioning, logistics and long-term fleet strategy using data analysis and reporting Oversee asset acquisition and disposal of trucks, equipment and containers, ensuring compliance with agreements, financial controls and bookkeeping requirements Manage rental assets to support operational continuity in a cost-effective manner Maintain financial and operational reports related to maintenance, utilization, depreciation and overall asset performance while meeting all financial review timelines and corporate program requirements Stay current on industry trends, technology and advancements related to purchasing, inventory and asset management

Schedule:


Monday - Friday
8:00am - 5:00pm


Qualifications include the following:




Bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, business management or equivalent required Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP), Certified Professional Purchasing Manager (CPPM), Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) certifications preferred Minimum of three (3) years of progressive experience in purchasing, inventory and asset management within a fleet or operational environment, including supervisory or management responsibilities, preparation of RFPs/RFQs and the drafting, negotiation and implementation of purchasing contracts Proven experience managing data and utilizing software effectively including Microsoft products Accounting, purchasing and inventory software experience strongly preferred

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD6428549
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Lansing, MI, US, United States
  • Education
    Not mentioned