The Purchasing & Sales Manager position is a full-time on-site role in Gillett WI. The Purchasing & Sales Manager will:
- oversee and manage procurement activities, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services, develop purchasing strategies, oversee supplier relationships, and coordinate inventory management.
- plan, execute, and deliver sales-related projects, ensuring they align with organizational goals, budgets, and timelines, while working with clients, and stakeholders
Purchasing Responsibilities
Sourcing and Procurement: Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate pricing, and ensure the timely delivery of goods and services.
Cost Management: Focus on reducing costs, improving efficiency, and ensuring the organization gets the best possible value for its spending.
Inventory Management: Monitor inventory levels, develop strategies for managing stock, and ensure that the right materials are available at the right time.
Supplier Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring that they are reliable and responsive.
Market Analysis: Stay informed about market trends, pricing, and availability of goods and services.
Negotiation: Negotiate contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and conditions for the organization.
Problem Solving: Address any issues or problems that arise in the procurement process, such as delays, quality issues, or disputes with suppliers.
Data Analysis: Analyze data to identify trends, measure performance, and make informed decisions.
Communication: Communicate effectively with management and other departments, as well as with external suppliers
Sales Responsibilities
Client Relationships: Establish and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing customers.
Product/Service Knowledge: Understand the company's products or services thoroughly to effectively communicate their value to customers.
Research Prices: Get quotes from vendors and contractors for materials and services.
Create Estimates: Prepare cost estimates for projects, products, and services.
Order Processing: Ensure orders are processed correctly and efficiently, from receipt to fulfillment.
Communication: Collaborate with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery.
Track Costs: Gather and analyze data on costs, including materials, labor, location, and duration.
Performance Monitoring: Track project progress and performance, identifying areas for improvement.
Risk Management: Identify and mitigate potential risks that could impact project success.
- Experience with JobBoss2 (or similar ERP system)
- Purchasing experience (1+ years)
- Sales or estimating experience (1+ years)
- Strong computer skills
- Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel & Word
- Strong math and analytical skills
- Detail oriented & organized
- Ability to multitask, prioritize and adapt to shifting priorities
- Time management skills & initiative
- Must have good work history and attendance record
- Strong oral & written communication skills
- Ability to interact and work well with others
- Good decision-making and problem-solving skills
- Good business sense – able to see the big picture
- Ability to develop and improve upon product knowledge
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
