We are seeking a highly organized and experienced Purchasing and Materials Manager with a background in signage or sign manufacturing. This role is crucial in managing the purchasing, inventory, and supply chain operations to ensure a steady flow of materials for our projects. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, skilled in vendor negotiations, and has a deep understanding of signage materials, production timelines, and industry-specific procurement needs.
Qualifications:
- Experience: Minimum 3-5 years in purchasing, materials management, or supply chain with a focus on signage or sign manufacturing.
- Knowledge: strong understanding of signage materials, including substrates, vinyl, lighting, and adhesives, as well as signage-specific production requirements.
- Skills: Excellent negotiation, organizational, and analytical skills. Proficiency in inventory management software (e.g., ERP or MRP systems) is a plus.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred.
- Communication: strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively work with diverse teams and suppliers.
salary: $47,000 - $58,000 per year
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors
Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Vendor Management: Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers to ensure quality and cost-effective materials specific to the signage industry.
- Purchasing: Oversee the entire purchasing process, from supplier selection and negotiation to order placement and tracking, ensuring timely delivery of signage materials.
- Inventory Control: Develop and manage inventory control processes to optimize material availability while reducing waste and excess stock.
- Budget Management: Prepare and monitor budgets for purchasing and materials, ensuring cost efficiency in alignment with project demands and company goals.
- Quality Assurance: Coordinate with the production team to ensure materials meet specifications, quality standards, and compliance for signage projects.
- Process Improvement: Implement continuous improvement practices for procurement, storage, and inventory management, optimizing workflow and minimizing delays.
- Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with project managers, production teams, and logistics to align material needs with project timelines and resolve any material-related issues.
Skills
Qualifications
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Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
