Purchase and Stores Manager

Job Description

About the Role As a Purchasing Manager you will be responsible for sourcing equipment, goods and services and managing vendors. The successful candidate will be able to perform strategic procurement activities across multiple categories of spend, search for better deals and find more profitable suppliers. We are looking for a competent Inventory Manager to monitor and report on the company s inventory. Your job is important since the efficient handling of the company s products and supplies is critical for the attainment of business goals. A successful inventory manager is a reliable professional with excellent record-keeping abilities. They possess great attention to detail and a business mindset. The goal is to ensure that all business operations have adequate material to achieve their objectives. Requirements Responsibilities Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness Craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking Assess, manage and mitigate risks Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers Determine quantity and timing of deliveries Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand Devise ways to optimize inventory control procedures Inspect the levels of business supplies and raw material to identify shortages Ensure product stock is adequate for all distribution channels and can cover direct demand from customers Record daily deliveries and shipments to reconcile inventory Use software to monitor demand and document characteristics of inventory Place orders to replenish stock avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus Analyze data to anticipate future needs Evaluate suppliers to achieve cost-effective deals and maintain trust relationships Collaborate with warehouse employees and other staff to ensure business goals are met Report to upper management on stock levels, issues etc. Requirements and skills Proven working experience as Purchasing Manager, Agent or Officer Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management Interest in market dynamics along with business sense A knack for negotiation and networking Working experience of vendor management software Ability to gather and analyse data and to work with figures Solid judgement along with decision-making skills Strong leadership capabilities BS degree in supply chain management, logistics or business administration Proven experience as inventory manager or similar position Excellent knowledge of data analysis and forecasting methods Working knowledge of inventory management software (e.g. ERP) Ability to accurately track inventory and create reports An analytical mind with strong math skills Excellent organizational and planning skills Outstanding communication and interpersonal abilities Reliable and trustworthy BSc/BA in business administration. logistics or relevant field; Relevant qualifications (e.g. CPIM) will be a plus