A great UHY client is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join their team. The ideal candidate will have their bachelors degree, at least 5 years of experience in a similar role, and strong vendor relationship skills.

The Purchasing Manager role is a hybrid position, with 3 days each week being onsite. This is a client direct hire position.

Purchasing Manager Responsibilities:

• Develop, negotiate, and manage vendor contracts to ensure favorable terms and compliance with company policies.
• Establish long-term relationships with key suppliers to secure consistent pricing, quality, and service.
• Solicit and evaluate bids from multiple vendors to ensure competitive pricing and optimal quality for goods and services.
• Analyze proposals and recommend vendors based on cost-effectiveness, quality, and reliability.
• Oversee and manage the purchase order module within Sage Intacct, ensuring accurate entry and tracking of all purchasing activities.
• Monitor and approve purchase orders while ensuring alignment with company budget and project needs.
• Obtain and maintain accurate vendor documentation, including W-9 forms and any other necessary tax or legal forms.
• Ensure vendors meet all compliance requirements and are appropriately onboarded into the system.
• Oversee and manage general insurance policies related to vendor engagements and the procurement process.
• Ensure all vendor contracts include necessary insurance coverage and that certificates of insurance are collected and up-to-date.
• Monitor procurement budgets, ensuring all purchasing activities align with financial goals.
• Continuously look for opportunities to reduce costs without compromising quality or efficiency.
• Work closely with other departments such as finance, legal, and operations to ensure procurement strategies align with overall company goals.
• Serve as a point of contact for vendor-related issues, including resolving discrepancies and disputes.
• Continuously evaluate and improve purchasing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and ensure compliance with company policies.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and the ability to uphold and implement organizational processes and make suggestions and implement improvements as needed.
• Maintain a positive attitude towards assigned work, clients, and staff, and a willingness to work with others.

Purchasing Manager Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in procurement or purchasing management.
• Experience with Sage Intacct or similar ERP systems.
• Strong negotiation, contract management, and vendor relationship skills.
• Knowledge of procurement processes and policies
• Knowledge of W-9 requirements and vendor insurance policies.
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in using Google Suite, Analytics, and AdWords.
• Experience in graphic design is highly desirable.
• Excellent writing and copy-creating skills.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Experience in a non-profit setting is preferred.
• Exceptional ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form.
• Self-starter with the ability to function under tight deadlines and coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.

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