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The Heico Companies LLC · 3 days ago

Purchasing Manager

Prattville, AL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

The Heico Companies LLC is an international organization that has evolved significantly over five decades. They are seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee the Purchasing Department, ensuring that raw materials and services are procured at the best value while managing vendor relationships and departmental activities.

ConstructionIndustrialManufacturing

Responsibilities

Manage all purchasing department activities including sourcing, vendor communication, cost control, and timely order fulfillment

Establish departmental goals and performance metrics that support cost reduction, quality assurance, and operational efficiency

Drive continuous improvement initiatives for procurement processes and systems; evaluate effectiveness through regular review and analysis

Ensure conformance with documented procedures, approved supplier lists, and specifications

Build and sustain strategic vendor relationships to improve value and reduce supply chain risks

Conduct supplier evaluations and monitor performance metrics including quality, delivery, responsiveness, and pricing

Forecast market trends and conduct cost/benefit analyses (e.g., make vs. buy, total cost of ownership)

Oversee freight and logistics coordination for inbound and outbound shipments to support production and inventory planning

Lead the review, disposition, and resolution of nonconforming materials, collaborating with Quality and Manufacturing as needed

Maintain accurate purchasing master data (pricing, lead times, supplier info) within the ERP/MRP system

Negotiate pricing, contract terms, and service levels with suppliers

Define and revise standard operating procedures related to purchasing and supplier management

Initiates make vs. buy analysis and provide final recommendations

Participate in internal and external audits related to procurement and supplier controls

Select, approve, and remove suppliers from the Approved Supplier List based on performance or strategic fit

Approve purchase orders and procurement transactions within budgetary authority. Initiate and approve supplier corrective actions for nonconforming goods or service failures

Approve work schedules, resource assignments, and workflow adjustments within the purchasing team

Approve hiring, training, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions for purchasing team

Qualification

Purchasing textilesMetal goodsERPMRP systemsAnalytical skillsMicrosoft Office ExcelLeadership experienceClear communicationCross-functional collaboration