Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Purchasing Manager to oversee our procurement operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for sourcing, buying, and managing contracts to ensure that our organization secures the best prices and quality for goods and services. This role requires a strategic thinker with strong negotiation skills and a deep understanding of procurement management processes. Duties Managing and mentoring a dynamic team of purchasing professionals. Establishing and maintaining measurable performance metrics for all levels of procurement activities to include but not limited to supplier performance, supplier quality, internal order placement performance, buyer activity levels, financial (AP) performance, and material shortage elimination. Report to management the measurable status of progress and corrective actions as it pertains to supplier performance. Ensure performance improvement and recovery plans are developed, issued, tracked and reported on as required for supply base management and improvement. Negotiate and execute purchase orders or vendor contracts as needed to support the critical business needs. Manage material flow to insure inventory is maintained to the optimum level to support on time customer deliveries while keeping inventory holdings at the appropriate levels. Strategically develop and implement commodity/supply chain strategies covering all commodities, services and supplier processes throughout a global enterprise to deliver maximum value, leverage, and standardization. Lead an organization within the scope of the strategic sourcing process to drive cost out of the supply chain by managing the following: Commodity and negotiation strategies including Terms and Conditions Supplier selection/de-selection, evaluation and rationalization of Supply chain solutions, including vendor managed inventory (VMI), supplier consignment, safety stock levels, etc. Leads product development commodity strategies in line with corporate initiatives to improve supply chain efficiencies and reduce the total cost of supply chain management. Drives usage of cost models to validate commodity strategies and to understand significant cost drivers. Manages all activities that develop relationships with suppliers. Develops an overall vendor base which creates and sustains a competitive advantage, utilizing global market exploitation, leveraging spend, and leveraging of technologies. Provides commodity support to New Program Teams as required to meet target costs and establish program cost models. Manages materials savings initiatives in line with profit plan and overall business objectives. Skills Education and/or Experience Bachelor's degree in Purchasing, Business Administration, or Supply Chain Management principals is required. Minimum of seven to ten (7-10) years of Manufacturing Purchasing experience. Must have experience purchasing steel and industrial equipment. Knowledgeable on service center and steel mill industry. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills. Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. Understanding of business and management principles. Thorough understanding of materials and supplies used in the company. Experience with MRP/ERP systems. With 25% travel expected

• This position can reside at any Pennant location. Lebanon TN Pioneer OH Sabina OH Sidney OH Columbus OH This Purchasing Manager position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment while driving efficiency in procurement processes.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$90,000.00 - $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Prescription drug insurance Professional development assistance Vision insurance

Experience:

steel purchasing: 5 years (Required)

Purchasing:

5 years (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Columbus, OH 43215 (Required) Willingness to travel: 25% (Required)

Work Location:

In person