• Address: Atlanta, GA 30311 (map)
• Date Posted: 11/07/09
• Job Type: Full-time

Leading manufacturing company is in need of two Purchasing Managers for its newly built Atlanta, GA facility. Qualified candidates will be responsible for the following:

* Purchasing equipment, supplies and raw materials for use in the Atlanta manufacturing facility.
* Preparing and reviewing contracts, bids, and service agreements for all items and services.
* Negotiating with suppliers and distributors concerning availability, pricing, freight, and terms and conditions of sale.
* Establishing and maintaining favorable relationships with suppliers and contractors while ensuring focus on cost, quality, and timely delivery of items and services.
* Developing and maintaining records and supporting documentation regarding supplier activities and performance.
* Analyzing inventory levels of stocked materials, determining reorder levels, and ensuring product availability while minimizing inventory costs.
* Working closely with suppliers and distributors to ensure on time delivery of all items.
* Visiting manufacturing facilities to analyzed supplier capacities and capabilities prior to awarding new business.
* Managing and resolving product supply issues within the supply chain.

The starting salary for these positions will be 65k-75k per year depending on experience.

The minimum qualifications are as follows:
* A four-year college degree in business or a related field plus two or more years of purchasing experience.
* Four or more years of purchasing experience will be accepted in lieu of a college degree.
* Proficient in the utilization of various Microsoft Office applications and purchasing systems.
* Strong negotiation and analytical skills are a must.
* Must be available to start immediately.

Candidates must be available for domestic travel approximately two to three times per month.

Please email your resume in Word format to kjparker@live.com.