RT London Company - Grand Rapids, MI · 1 day ago
Purchasing Manager
Grand Rapids, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelRT London is a domestic furniture manufacturer serving various markets including higher education and government contracts. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the sourcing of materials and managing the master production schedule to ensure efficient order fulfillment and optimal cost structure.
FurnitureManufacturingProduct DesignSupply Chain Management
Hiring Manager
Stefanie Whitaker, PHR
Responsibilities
Manage the conversion process from sales orders to work orders, addressing system issues as necessary
Maintain accurate master data for manufactured items to support reliable production planning
Confirm availability of purchased materials and components to align with production start dates
Review/track all sales orders when entered
Purchase all items for order production once they have been released by the scheduler
Lead supplier selection and negotiations to ensure the best value in quality, cost, and delivery
Drive cost reduction initiatives with suppliers
Maintain up-to-date and accurate supplier pricing records
Issue and confirm purchase orders in alignment with the production schedule
Monitor supplier delivery performance and follow up on delays or discrepancies
Resolve supplier-related issues effectively and efficiently
Makes suggestions related to effective product price increases
Establish and enforce inventory management procedures; lead root cause analysis for inventory inaccuracies
Optimize minimum order quantities and reorder points to improve inventory turnover
Manage inventory adjustments based on cycle counts and nonconformance processes
Monitor slow-moving and obsolete inventory; develop appropriate disposition strategies
Qualification
Required
Associates or bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or related field and previous experience in materials planning or purchasing is required, preferably within a manufacturing environment
Preferred
Associates or bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business, or related field preferred
Previous experience in materials planning or purchasing, preferably within a manufacturing environment
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent analytical, planning, and problem-solving abilities
Proven ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills; capable of building effective internal and external relationships
Company
RT London Company - Grand Rapids, MI
Our goal is to always be the best possible answer for your needs—building high-quality furniture, offering a collaborative approach to design, and continually exceeding expectations for service.
Founded in 1989
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Katelyn Zlotecki
Chief Financial Officer
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