Purchasing Manager
Modular Genius
About Us - Modular Genius, Inc. is a turnkey, modular building contractor, offering permanent construction and relocatable commercial modular buildings. Our work focuses on assembly, business, education, daycare, government, healthcare, and other segments of industry.
Our Mission - Our mission is to consistently provide, and continually improve, modular construction by offering modular buildings that add value to our customers’ goals. Our employees are committed to reliability in everything we do, meeting our customers’ needs, having good subcontractor relationships, and sustaining the environment.
Our Vision - Modular Genius continues to lead the way by utilizing modular buildings for people who seek an eco-friendly accelerated construction solution to their space needs. Through the diverse and collective strengths of our construction and design team, we broaden the frontiers of modular construction to ensure high quality projects and premium customer service. We are proud to be recognized as an ethically-based, service-oriented company that exceeds customers’ expectations.
Location- On Site 1201 S. Mountain Road, Joppa, MD 21085
Responsibilities and Duties
POSITION SUMMARY
As a purchasing manager the responsibilities include leading the purchasing department and ensuring the company has the supplies, equipment, products, services, and materials it needs. Develop and implement strategies to optimize costs, maintain quality standards, and mitigate supply chain risks. As a purchasing manager you will also work with vendors to negotiate contracts and establish mutually beneficial relationships. It is critical that the purchasing manager manages/leads the purchasing workflow, ensures clear requirements, forecast market trends, mitigate risks, and collaborate with stakeholders. Strong leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills are required
PURCHASING AND INVENTORY
- Adhere to all Modular Genius, Inc. Safety Policies, OSHA, customer and/or site-specific safety requirements.
- Abide by all Modular Genius, Inc. policies as found in the “Modular Genius, Inc. Employee Handbook.”
- Develop a purchasing program - i.e., Vendor List with materials and prices, evaluate order quantities and price breaks, purchase request procedures, forms, and controls.
- Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies
- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
- Working with Business Development and the Construction Departments, craft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal terms.
- Source equipment, goods, and services, as well as managing vendors.
- Perform strategic procurement activities across various spend categories, aiming to find better deals and more profitable suppliers.
- Expertise in supplier relationship management and negotiation skills will be crucial in ensuring cost-effective and high-quality procurement.
- Additionally, analyze market trends, forecast demand, and mitigate risks to optimize the procurement process.
- Leverage knowledge of supply chain management and identify opportunities for improvement, contribute to the overall success of Modular Genius purchasing operations.
- Develop, lead and execute purchasing strategies
- Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness
- Partner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentation
- Forecast price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power
- Perform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarking
- Assess, manage and mitigate risks
- Seek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers
- Determine quantity and timing of deliveries
- Monitor and forecast upcoming levels of demand
Qualifications and Skills
- Proven working experience as Purchasing Manager
- Familiarity with sourcing and vendor management
- Interest in market dynamics along with business sense
- A knack for negotiation and networking
- Working experience of vendor management software (Procore and Sage)
- Ability to gather and analyze data and to work with figures
- Solid judgement along with decision making skills
- Strong leadership capabilities
- BS degree in supply chain management, logistics or business administration
- Detail Oriented
- Effective Communicator
- Self-motivator able to work independently
- Proficient use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, Teams)
- Must be a US Citizen or legally authorized to work in the United States
- Must possess a valid driver’s license