6g Management Services Inc. is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Purchasing Manager to oversee purchasing activities for our client. The ideal candidate will be adept at developing, optimizing, and managing purchasing processes, fostering stakeholder and supplier relationships, and formulating strategies to minimize costs while maintaining support quality and efficiency for the organization.
Develop ethical and sustainable purchasing processes and procedures that align with strategic goals, develop training materials, conduct training, and ensure compliance.
Identify new suppliers, coordinate onboarding, manage contractor compliance, handle credit applications, and negotiate improved credit limits and terms.
Item/price catalog development and management within Coupa (ERP) system.
Responsible for assisting with inventory management, fleet, logistics, and other internal activities.
Resolve invoice discrepancies and supplier billing issues.
Perform supplier audits.
Act as an advisor to internal stakeholders on best purchasing practices.
Manage Open PO Report.
Manage the procurement request process (requisitions); confirming orders placed with vendors are accurate and in accordance with terms, shipping methods including proper use of Incoterms, and pricing/discount structures.
Direct the activities of our purchasing team, optimizing their talents and efficiency.
Develop and maintain an approved supplier list, ensuring quality and reliability.
Implement supplier evaluation programs to enhance alliances and monitor performance.
Expedite major equipment and component purchases
Mentoring, supporting, cross-training, or acting as a backup for other team members as needed.
Buying, purchasing, logistics, and leadership skills.
Computer proficiency is required including a strong background in MRP/ERP
Must have excellent communication skills and be able to interact professionally with contacts, internal and external, at all levels.
Supplier Relationship Management.
Identifying improvement opportunities within the Supply Chain team and participating in process improvement development and initiatives:
Inventory management and control;
Logistics, importing/exporting, and warehousing;
Procurement
Managing complex, high-risk/high-spend purchase orders.
Possess prior successful and effective experience in a similar role.
Have 7-10+ years of experience as a supply chain professional.
Have a Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or other degree relevant to the role.
Are willing to travel up to 10%.
Although not mandatory, having professional certifications such as CPM, CPSM, CPSD, MCIPS, APICS, CPIM, CSCP, or CTSC is beneficial.
Must possess a valid driver's license and have a commendable driving history.
Must be able to pass a background check
Hybrid Work Schedule: The position will be based in Denver, Colorado
Please send Qualified Resume to Resume@6gmsi.com with Purchasing Manager in Subject.