Purchasing Director manages procurement and purchasing operations and implements the strategy to provide the materials and services to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing. Maintains strategic supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, and implements systems for monitoring performance, assessing risk, and responding to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain. Being a Purchasing Director collaborates with other functions to define current and future inventory requirements and manage inventory levels. Implements processes and systems and utilizes technical tools to analyze data and increase responsiveness to material demands. Additionally, Purchasing Director oversees auditing processes to ensure procurement and recordkeeping comply with any applicable industry or governmental regulations. Requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Purchasing Director typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. To be a Purchasing Director typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Come join one of the fastest-growing independently owned distributors in Northern California. Alameda Electrical Distributors & California Service Tool is looking for a full-time Director of Purchasing to join our ALCAL team. The preferred location for this role is at our branch in Hayward, CA, though it can also be based out of our other branch locations.
The Director of Purchasing leads overall procurement activity for ALCAL, coaches and oversees the Purchasing team, and has overall responsibility for managing and maintaining optimal inventory levels for the company.
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More about Alameda Electrical Distributors & California Service Tool:
Over that last decade we have expanded to 15 locations throughout Northern and Central California and are ranked among the top 100 companies in our industry nationally. We focus on several key categories under two company brands, including tools, safety, specified products. electrical supplies, alternative energy, and automation. Our core market served includes: commercial and industrial contractors, and facility and OEM clients.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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