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Purchasing Manager

Ref: AS1287868

Atlanta, GA, USA

$95,000

  • Permanent
  • Cost Reduction Specialist
  • Strategic Sourcing Expert
  • Leadership In Procurement

About the candidate

The candidate is a proficient Purchasing Manager with a robust eight-year tenure in the field of supply chain management, accentuated by a five-year leadership purview. They have consistently demonstrated their ability to handle procurement operations efficiently in high-velocity sectors. This adept professional has honed their skill in spearheading cost-cutting measures and refining procurement methodologies, thus enabling significant financial savings and streamlining of processes. Their sharp analytical abilities aid in pinpointing trends and opportunities for augmentation, thereby ensuring optimal operational efficiency and robust supplier network management.

Equipped with excellent interpersonal skills, the candidate excels in bridging connections with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers to foster mutual benefit and extensive cost savings. Their strategic approach and collaborative nature have been pivotal in driving substantial improvements in service delivery and procurement costs at various well-regarded firms within the manufacturing and retail sectors.

What makes them great?

  • Leadership and Collaboration: Proven record in leading procurement teams and working collaboratively across departments to accomplish key performance objectives.
  • Critical Thinking: Excelled in streamlining processes that improved service level agreements compliance and operational transparency, saving costs and enhancing efficiencies.
  • Negotiation Skills: Effective negotiator, leveraging in-depth market knowledge and strategic insights to secure favorable terms with suppliers.

Areas of expertise

  • Cost Reduction: Achieved a 20% decrease in procurement expenses by optimizing supplier relationships and enhancing inventory management practices.
  • Strategic Sourcing: Demonstrated prowess in developing and executing sourcing strategies that align with organizational goals and market conditions.
  • Data Analysis: Proficient in analyzing market trends to support informed procurement decisions and strategy formulation.