Purchasing Manager

Position Title:

Purchasing Manager

Department:
Supply Chain

Location:

Clay Center, KS

Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of the purchasing department and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products and services. Manage receipt of materials and relieve material from inventory. Ensure contracts with suppliers and vendors are consistent while securing competitive prices.

• Locate vendors of materials, equipment, and supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.
• Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
• Control purchasing department budgets.
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
• Interview, hire staff, and oversee staff training in the purchasing department while coordinating with HR; oversee personnel issues and annual reviews.
• Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
• Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability.
• Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
• Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products, or substitute materials.
• Resolve vendor or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers.
• Represent the company in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
• Review, evaluate, and approve specifications for issuing and awarding bids.
• Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials.
• Prepare reports regarding market conditions and merchandise cost.
• Administer online purchasing systems.
• Arrange for disposal of surplus materials.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor's Degree (four‑year college or technical school).
• Experience:
  
  Four to ten years related experience.
• Computer
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Other Requirements:
  Experience in a steel manufacturing setting required; experience with Lean Manufacturing and Kanban philosophies.

Competitive salaries and benefits packages, employee share purchase plan, and professional development opportunities.

AGI is an equal‑opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis; this position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.