Purchasing and Inventory Control Supervisor

The Purchasing and Inventory Control Supervisor will oversee the activities of the purchasing and inventory control department and manage the inventory of materials for the company.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive. 
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.  
• Follow daily/weekly KPI’.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Purchases supplies, materials, and parts for the company.
• Maintains knowledge of trends, prices, buyers, and delivery conditions to anticipate future material availability; directs purchasing programs accordingly.
• Develops and maintains inventory databases for supplies and materials used.
• Negotiates and completes contracts with vendors for optimal cost and delivery times.
• Reviews purchase orders and contracts for compliance with company and departmental policies.
• Collaborates with sales, customer service, and logistics departments to maximize efficiency in the purchasing and inventory control department.
• Communicates with suppliers to resolve problems that may arise regarding delivery, quality, price, or conditions of sale.
• Sets authorization limits for purchasing staff.
• Purchases large and complex items.
• Develops and implements policies and procedures related to purchasing and inventory control with a goal to maximize efficiency and optimize workflow.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Manage inventory levels per Inventory Model