Purchasing Manager

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Job Summary:

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the company's purchasing activities. This role involves developing and implementing purchasing strategies, negotiating with suppliers, managing supplier relationships, optimizing procurement processes, and ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. The Purchasing Manager plays a critical role in supporting operational efficiency, maintaining quality standards, and contributing to the company's financial success.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Sourcing & Procurement:

  • Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with company goals, including cost reduction, quality improvement, and supply chain optimization.
  • Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conduct market research, and maintain a robust supplier database.
  • Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to achieve the best value for money while ensuring quality and reliability.
  • Manage the Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quotation (RFQ), and Request for Information (RFI) processes.
  • Develop and manage purchasing budgets, ensuring adherence to financial targets.

• Supplier Relationship Management:

  • Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers.
  • Monitor supplier performance, conduct regular evaluations, and address any performance issues or discrepancies.
  • Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation or diversification to mitigate risks.

• Inventory & Demand Management :

  • Collaborate with production, sales, and other departments to forecast demand and manage inventory levels effectively.
  • Implement strategies to minimize stockouts and excess inventory.
  • Oversee the ordering and delivery of materials, ensuring timely arrival and adherence to specifications.

• Process Improvement & Compliance:

  • Continuously review and improve purchasing processes and procedures to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, purchasing ethics, and relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
  • Implement and maintain purchasing software and systems (e.g., ERP, e-procurement platforms).

• Reporting & Analytics:

  • Generate and analyze purchasing reports, including cost savings, supplier performance, and inventory turnover.
  • Present findings and recommendations to senior management.

Job Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Education:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Finance, or a related field.
  • Master's degree or professional certification (e.g., CPSM, C.P.M.) is a plus.

• Skills:

  • Strong negotiation and communication (written and verbal) skills.
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel for data analysis.
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Proven leadership and team management skills (if applicable).
  • Knowledge of contract law and supply chain best practices.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

About Us

We produce globally recognized brands and we grow the best business leaders in the industry. With a portfolio of trusted brands as diverse as ours, it is paramount our leaders are able to lead with courage the vast array of brands, categories and functions. We serve consumers around the world with one of the strongest portfolios of trusted, quality, leadership brands, including Always®, Ariel®, Gillette®, Head & Shoulders®, Herbal Essences®, Oral-B®, Pampers®, Pantene®, Tampax® and more. Our community includes operations in approximately 70 countries worldwide.

Visit http://www.pg.com to know more.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, citizenship, disability, HIV/AIDS status, or any other legally protected factor.

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