Purchasing Director
Hargrove Life SciencesPurchasing Director
Job Overview
The Purchasing Director is a strategic leadership role responsible for overseeing the procurement functions within the organization. This position involves managing purchasing operations, developing sourcing strategies, and ensuring the efficient acquisition of goods and services to support company objectives. The role requires a strong focus on vendor management
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, contract negotiations, supply chain coordination, and team leadership to optimize costs and maintain supply continuity.
Duties
• Lead and manage the purchasing department, providing guidance and oversight to procurement teams.
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Negotiate purchasing contracts and prices with vendors to secure favorable terms.
• Manage vendor relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Oversee supply chain management processes to ensure timely delivery of goods and materials.
• Utilize inventory management systems to monitor stock levels and optimize inventory turnover.
• Support purchasing management systems through technical expertise and process improvements.
• Conduct direct negotiations for procurement activities, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast needs and develop procurement plans.
• Monitor market trends and industry developments to identify new sourcing opportunities.
Skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite for reporting, analysis, and communication purposes.
• Strong team leadership skills with the ability to motivate and develop staff.
• Expertise in negotiating purchasing contracts and price negotiations.
• In-depth knowledge of supply chain management principles and best practices.
• Experience with inventory management systems and purchasing management systems supported by technology.
• Excellent vendor management capabilities to build strategic partnerships.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data related to procurement activities.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement and negotiation.
This role offers an opportunity for a highly organized professional with strategic vision and operational expertise in procurement to lead a vital function within our organization.
Pay: $177,000.00 - $260,000.00 per year
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Philadelphia, PA 19103