Purchasing Manager

Position Overview

dormakaba is seeking a Purchasing Manager based in Reamstown, PA. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement of materials, equipment, and services necessary for our plant operations. This role ensures the timely delivery of quality goods at competitive prices while maintaining strong supplier relationships and managing inventory levels.

Base Salary: $110,000 - $125,000 (Salary to be determined by education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Please visit our career site for more information on benefits.)

• Provide leadership and management for the local Purchasing team and develop and mentor the team to ensure plant targets are met, in alignment with dormakaba’s directives and values
• Oversee the Purchasing department activities, actively participate in purchasing functions to ensure uninterrupted plant operations in close teamwork and collaboration with the plant leadership team
• Ensure purchase order coverage is appropriately kept up, purchasing parameters (lead time, price, MOQ, etc.) are continually managed in ERP system, supplier relationships metrics maintained (i.e. monthly scorecards for on-time delivery and quality performance)
• Set company expectations for vendors to meet KPIs (i.e., quality, delivery, price, etc.), monitor and work with the suppliers to meet targets
• Engage with Buyers on supplier escalation needs, discusses quality issues, chargeback, returns and corrective actions with vendors

• Bachelor’s degree in business, procurement/supply chain management or related field
• 7+ years’ experience in procurement/supply chain management
• Excellent procurement and negotiations skills, familiarity with inventory control procedures and experience in MRP systems
• Detail oriented, strong analytical skills, well-versed in S&OP processes

• APICS certification
• Master’s degree in business, procurement or related field
• Advanced knowledge of SAP software
• Proficiency with Lean Six Sigma

• Taking Care of our Employees on Day One with Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance coverage options. No waiting periods!
• Your health is our priority, we offer Medical Wellness Programs to aid in your well-being
• Vacation and Personal Time Off
• We support your growing family; we provide Parental Leave for Moms and Dads!
• Wisely plan for your future with our 401k Matching plan beginning on Day One
• Discover your best attributes using Clifton Strengths to pave the way for success at dormakaba
• Supporting your career development with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Robust culture supporting internal advancement with our Learn and Grow Program
• 24/7 access to over 15,000 Linked In Learning courses to assist in your professional development and to expand on your individual interests.
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Voluntary Legal Insurance
• Unlimited Referral Reward Bonuses
• Corporate Discounts for shopping, travel and more!

Our work is IMPORTANT. YOU are important. At schools and universities, in stadiums, airports, hospitals and workplace; for every place that matters. We provide safety, security, and sustainability, providing people with the tools to shape their careers for growth. EVERY team member contributes to our mission and can make a positive difference. Our culture focuses on Growing the Business, Growing Together and Growing Ourselves.

We are a global company with more than 16,000 employees worldwide giving you endless opportunities for growth and advancement.

• Seniority Level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment Type:
  
  Full-time
• Job Function:
  Purchasing
• Industry: Wholesale Building Materials

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