Purchasing Supervisor

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Recruits, interviews, hires, and trains new staff.
Directs the daily workflow and schedules of the department, coordinating staff involved in purchasing, selling, and distributing supplies, machinery, materials, or equipment.
Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.

Duties/Responsibilities:
Drafts and/or reviews supply and service specifications.
Evaluates bids, ensuring compliance with departmental and company policies and procedures.
Distributes purchasing information to involved parties including vendors, sales representatives, and employees.
Reviews and evaluates purchase request forms for accuracy and completeness.
Gathers, records, and completes purchase data.
Completes other related projects as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:
Thorough understanding of purchasing procedures and policies.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to read, interpret, and explain policies and procedures used in purchasing.
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
Education and Experience:
Bachelors degree in related field required.
At least five years of experience in related field required.