A Purchasing Manager manages the purchasing of supplies for a company or organization. Develops policies and schedules for regular procurements. Trains and supervises staff, develops relationships with suppliers, researches and inspects supplies, and negotiates supply and shipping prices.
Purchasing Manager - WRMG Bass Pro Shops - 3.4 Springfield, MO Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Vision insurance Paid sick time Qualifications Bachelor's degree Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
The Purchasing Manager leads the direct materials procurement function for White River Marine Group's (WRMG) operations network that includes aluminum, fiberglass, and pontoon boats production as well as trailer, kayak, and component manufacturing. This leader's mission is to ensure efficient production operations through consistent material availability while maintaining balanced inventory positions. This role is responsible for managing a team of purchasing agents while driving supplier performance, material availability, process standardization and continuous improvement efforts. Works cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Scheduling, Engineering, Finance, and Logistics teams to support production schedules, optimize inventory investment, mitigate supply risk, and achieve operational excellence.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Lead, coach, develop purchasing agents to achieve company objectives Ensure uninterrupted material flow to support production schedules while minimizing on hand inventory, and excess and obsolete materials Manage purchasing agent workloads, priorities and performance to ensure timely execution of purchasing activities Escalate and drive resolution of material shortages, supplier delivery issues, logistics delays, and production constraints through cross-functional collaboration Measure and improve key performance indicators: supplier on-time delivery, inventory levels turns, shortages, schedule attainment, freight costs Partner with Sourcing to address supplier performance, capacity constraints, and supply continuity risks Maintain standardized purchasing processes, procedures and controls Utilize MRP system to manage purchasing requirements, forecast, inventory, and supplier deliveries Collaborate with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Engineering in support of new product introductions, product or volume changes Support logistics partners as required Prepare and present purchasing performance metrics, inventory trends, supply risk assessments
ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Degree Required:
Bachelors Degree in
Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or Business Preferred Degree:
Bachelors Degree in ENTER DETAILS or related field (if applicable) Certificate(s) or License(s): Years of experience: 10 years
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY
TBD
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
Up to 15% travel required to support visiting suppliers and plant operations locations
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Regular computer work, and sitting Occasional walking, standing, and lifting
INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT
Develops objectives and general policies and procedures for a specific program or functional area of responsibility within general scope of established operational goals and plans. Day-to-day work and decisions do not require direction or review by immediate supervisor. End results are reviewed by supervisor.
Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions! Medical Dental Vision Health Savings Account Flexible Spending Account Voluntary benefits 401k Retirement Savings Paid holidays Paid vacation Paid sick time Bass Pro Cares Fund And more! Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. Reasonable Accommodations Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us athrcompliancebasspro.com. White River Marine Group
