Purchasing Manager

About AGI

AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 3,800 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain, and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.

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, including overseeing 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, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Other Requirements:
  Experience in a steel manufacturing setting required. Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Kan Ban philosophies.

Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business, diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world.

Our competitive salaries, benefit packages, and employee share purchase plan help you take care of your family. Professional development activities keep you learning and involved, offering many opportunities to grow and advance your career.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis; this position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.

AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.