We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Purchasing Manager. If you are passionate about streamlining procurement processes, building strong supplier relationships, and optimizing costs, we want to hear from you.WHY WORK WITH THIS COMPANY? Our client is a leading innovator in the telecommunications industry, specializing in the design and manufacture of high-performance fibre optic products. Committed to delivering cutting-edge solutions, they strive to meet the dynamic needs of their customers. With a team of driven and dedicated professionals, this organization offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including extended health coverage for dental, health, and vision.YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES AS PURCHASING MANAGER:Manage a multi-million-dollar annual purchasing spend for up to 3000 skus (fibre optical cables/wires, electronics, metal enclosures and housing, plastics, hardware components)Manage suppliers: build existing relationships and expand the vendor-base by researching and sourcing new suppliers (500+ supplier base)Forecast and plan lead times with vendors to ensure materials are available to meet constant swings in customer manufacturing demandContinually communicate with key suppliers and source secondary suppliers when necessary; Local, National and International sourcingDevelop and manage cost optimization strategies within the supply base, including portfolio consolidations and pricing negotiationGenerate purchase orders within the ERP system for a variety of raw materials and hardware componentsCollaborate with Warehouse Manager to ensure optimal inventory levels and to mitigate delays in productionLead continuous improvement initiatives to increase efficiencies and reduce costs within the purchasing departmentPrepare pricing packages for Sales departmentWHAT WERE LOOKING FOR IN A PURCHASING MANAGER:5+ years of progressive purchasing experience (preference for industrial manufacturing sector)Post-secondary education in purchasing (PMAC) or supply chain (SCMP) is an assetStrong problem-solving skills to optimize minimal turnaround time with vendorsProven relationship-building with key internal and external stakeholdersExperience leading projects in purchasing and implementing cost-saving initiativesDemonstrated urgency and confidence in decision-makingBig-picture thinker with adaptability to new challenges and a results-driven approachAPPLY NOW!Send a resume (quoting job number #22292) to Dan LaBelle, Senior Recruitment Consultant and Trainer at PINNACLE:Does your current job harness your full potential? As a leading recruitment firm in Manitoba with 25 industry-specialized recruiters, Pinnacle can help. Think of Pinnacle as a personal shopper: First, we get to know you your experience, skills, career goals, and desired work culture. Next, we pick the best career opportunities from an exclusive list, many of which you will never see advertised.Finally, once you (and our clients) have found a perfect fit, Pinnacle helps you with the details to ensure a smooth transition. Best of all, we offer this service at no cost to you. When youre prepared to take the next step in your career, Pinnacle will be ready.Please be advised, Pinnacle is unable to provide sponsorships for applicants outside of Canada.Still searching for opportunities? If this role for a PURCHASING MANAGER isnt the right fit, our recruiters are seeking talent for plenty of other jobs in Winnipeg and surrounding areas. Visit our website where we post exciting new openings every week.
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Purchasing Manager