Job details
Salary $23 - $35 an hour job type full-time part-time contract number of hires for this role 1
Qualifications
Purchasing: 3 years (required)
Full job description
Purchasing manager
Job description
The purchasing manager at bright schoolkitz (www.schoolkitz.com) will lead the development and execution of purchasing for a family-owned seasonal service-oriented school supply business with headquarters in the greater cincinnati areaThe main scope of this role will include managing the 3pl, negotiating with vendors, forecasting, obtaining bid pricing, procuring goods, and managing inventory while improving business systems for ongoing operations.
This position provides a perfect opportunity for someone who desires the rewards of working in a business/entrepreneurial environment without the burden of working full-time throughout the yearIt is a unique opportunity to help grow a small business while making a difference in your communityBright schoolkitz is not only focused on profits, but also makes a difference in the community by offering job opportunities for adults with developmental disabilities and providing school supplies for low-income childrenAdditionally, you will help shape the growth of the company in a very impactful way.
About bright school kitz
We are a family-owned service-oriented school supply company established in 2012 that prides itself on making a difference in the communityWe work directly with elementary schools and parent teacher organizations to provide a service for time starved parentsWe have grown every year since inception, even throughout the pandemicWe have the luxury of having home offices with flexible working hours.
Responsibilities and duties
Manage the 3pl relationship ensuring quality, on-time results.
Oversee the procurement process for all school supplies, ensuring best practices are followed relative to purchasing controls, quality, cost, and inventory management.
Proactively seek ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of purchasing processes and tools to support the needs of the business.
Manage long term, strategic supplier relationships.
Work with suppliers to drive value for the business by improving cost, quality, and lead times.
Key user of our software, ensuring the system is aligned with business processes and maintained accordingly.
Identify supply risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate potential issuesRecommend alternative materials and/or suppliers to ensure secure supply.
Forecast and purchase supplies to keep warehouse running smoothly while minimizing excess inventory at the end of the season.
Be flexible to do other tasks as this is a small company and we “flow” to the work.
Qualifications and skills
3+ years relevant operational purchasing experience, preferably in office/school supplies or consumer products.
Success working with warehouse operations.
Proven success at managing both strategic procurement and excellent operational execution.
Demonstrated success in commodity management, contract negotiations and implementing well thought out procurement strategies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a detailed understanding of cost drivers.
Proven track record of success working on cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives.
Must be easily trained on different online software systems.
Benefits
Work from home, flexible hours, contract position
Job types: full-time, part-time, contract
Pay: $23.00 - $35.00 per hour
Benefits:
Flexible schedule
Schedule:
Monday to friday
Experience:
Purchasing: 3 years (required)
Work location:
Multiple locations
Work remotely:
Yes
Work location: multiple locations
