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A Purchasing Manager for the construction industry is responsible for buying goods, materials, and services on behalf of the company to ensure necessary operations continue smoothly. This includes sourcing new suppliers, negotiating contracts, tracking orders, and maintaining vendor relationships. They play a critical role in procurement and supply chain operations, ensuring the company gets value for money, quality, timely delivery, and risk mitigation in its dealings with suppliers. They have comprehensive knowledge of the construction process and materials, and a deep understanding of supply chain management.
Prior to becoming a Purchasing Manager, an individual might serve as a Purchasing Agent or Procurement Specialist, roles that would provide valuable experience in vendor negotiations, contract management, and cost analysis. It's essential that they possess strong negotiation and communication skills, problem-solving capabilities, and the ability to analyze market trends. A certification, such as a Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP) or a Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), can demonstrate a high level of professionalism and proficiency in the field. Further, knowledge of purchasing procedures and experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems will be advantageous.
- Little League Baseball, Inc.
- Williamsport, PA
- 2 days ago
- Little League Baseball, Inc.
- Williamsport, PA
- 2 days ago
We’re seeking a Director of Purchasing to join our Finance team in Williamsport, PA—someone who sees the bigger picture behind every purchase order and vendor partnership....
- Pinter Professional Placements
- Bradford, PA
- 13 days ago
- Pinter Professional Placements
- Bradford, PA
- 13 days ago
Purchasing Manager Join our team Bradford, PA and take on the exciting role of Purchasing Manager. We are a leading manufacturing company that values innovation, teamwork, and excellence....
Purchasing Agent Automation Personnel Services is looking for a Purchasing Agent for a company based in Westwego, LA....
Establishes, updates, and enforces purchasing policies and is actively involved in working with upper management in outlining and communicating purchasing policies and procedures, as needed....
Maintain accurate and timely purchasing records, including purchase orders, receipts, and invoice approvals....
Director of Purchasing (Job ID: 1205). Cincinnati Incorporated is a privately owned industrial machine manufacturer that has been a staple in the fabrication industry since the late 1890s....
Responsibilities and Expectations: As a purchasing coordinator for IPS, you will handle the day-to-day purchasing of materials and supplies promptly as required....
Requirements Minimum Education/Experience/Knowledge: + Bachelors degree in business, Engineering or Construction Management or equivalent experience. + Minimum of 5 years experience in purchasing and...
orders and purchase orders Foster and enhance subcontractor relationships Maintain ongoing communication with project staff with regard to subcontractors' performance Develop comprehensive working...
Plans for the sale of surplus equipment and property; advice on bidding procedures to be used; issues notice of sales; make awards....
Performs work to acquire supplies, services, and construction by purchase, rental, or lease through (a) delivery orders and/or (b) small purchase procedures....
As our Purchasing Manager, you're as much a people person as you are a systems thinker....
Scope of the Role: Could manage either the purchased parts, raw material, MRO categories, OR possibly a combination of two or more categories....
Integrated Power Services Careers - Purchasing Coordinator
- Orlando, FL
- 22 hours ago
- Orlando, FL
- 22 hours ago
Responsibilities and Expectations: As a purchasing coordinator for IPS, you will handle the day-to-day purchasing of materials and supplies promptly as required....
An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials....
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- Optimization
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