Sourcing and Purchasing Manager

Company Overview

Grip Tight Tools was established in 2001 as a manufacturer, importer, wholesaler and supplier of quality hardware, outdoor granite and Blue sandstone products. We have a wide customer base, including hardware wholesalers and distributors, outdoor stone and granite distributors, hardware stores, paint stores, building supply, lumber yards and a variety of other major chain stores.

Grip Tight Tools offers an environment for career-driven individuals seeking to make a solid contribution to our company's objectives and their own career advancement. We offer a competitive base salary, company-sponsored discount programs and paid time off.

We are looking for a friendly and responsible Purchase and Logistics manager to join our team! This person will be detail-oriented, self-motivated, and able to multitask successfully. At GTT, there is no ceiling for growth; you can build your career here as long as you are committed, reliable, and sincere.

The perfect candidate will meet the following criteria:

• Fluent in English– both written and spoken, with strong communication skills for reading, writing, and business correspondence.
• Experienced in Import Logistics– a solid understanding of international shipping, customs procedures, documentation, and coordination with freight forwarders.
• Background in Sourcing and Purchasing– proven ability to identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers, manage RFQs, and monitor supplier performance.
• Managerial Experience– prior experience supervising teams, setting priorities, and ensuring timely execution of department objectives.

In addition to qualifications, the candidate should be capable of personally executing and managing the execution of the following key duties, together with other team members:

• Accountable for work quality
• Loyal, caring and devoted to business development and success
• Ability to pick up new systems quickly
• Ability to multitask and work effectively in a cross-functional manner
• Extremely Tech
• The ability to liaise, work and interact effectively with staff of all levels and display a high level of service and professionalism
• Establish and maintain working relationships with personnel in other departments
• Sound judgement in regard to confidentiality, sensitive matters and information
• Great follow-up on all tasks

(Advanced Microsoft skill sets required)

• Excel
• Power Point
• Outlook
• Word
• Highly skilled in Quick Books
• Highly familiar with sales & marketing processes.
• International purchasing and logistics operations experience is a must.

Experience:

Minimum 5-10 years in import purchasing & import logistics

References: 2 Prior References (preferred)

Core Values:
Respect, Honesty and Hard work are the core values of our company and we hire employees that have the same values.

• Starting salary 75, (depending on experience)
• Paid time off (2 weeks’ vacation after the 2nd year)
• Paid holidays
• 401k Plan
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance

• Full-Time
• Monday – Friday 8:30am – 5:30pm
• One location (Union, NJ)
• Remote Work NOT available

• Union, NJ 07083 (Required)

• Union, NJ 07083:
  Relocate before starting work (Required)