Purchasing Manager

Position Overview

As the Purchasing / Planning / Estimating Manager, you will play a pivotal role in overseeing the estimation, purchasing, and order entry processes for the production of printed materials.

You will lead a team responsible for creating accurate estimates, managing purchasing activities, and ensuring seamless order entry.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and email communication, along with exceptional leadership and communication skills, is essential for success in this role.

Responsibilities

• Create printing estimates based on customer specifications, company standards, and rates.
• Analyze documentation to prepare estimates for time, cost, materials, and labor.
• Purchase and reconcile purchase orders.
• Provide cost savings purchasing reports monthly.
• Evaluate production methods and provide quotes based on the most economical approach.
• Revise estimates as needed due to specification changes.
• Develop knowledge of available materials and recommend cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with sales, vendors, and other departments to formulate estimates and resolve issues.
• Utilize estimating software to provide accurate estimates to Customer Service Representatives.
• Coordinate with department managers to determine production capabilities and optimal processes.
• Provide direction and support to team members who determine project specifications.
• Identify suppliers and internal resources for each quote request and research new sources of supply.
• Review material costs and request supplier quotations.
• Perform cost and lead time analysis to meet customer expectations.
• Coordinate customer bids with sourcing to ensure proper execution.
• Communicate quoting threshold data effectively with upper management.

Background and Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchasing, print estimating, and job planning is a must.
• Excellent customer service skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word, or willingness to learn required software.
• Strong understanding of offset and digital web print processes.
• Ability to accurately communicate cost estimate information to account management.
• Ability to multitask while maintaining quality control and accuracy.
• Online purchasing is a must.
• Ability to QC your work for accuracy and consistency while doing the same for your team.

Schedule

• Full-time.
• Five days a week - 8-hour shift.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Work Location

In-person at our Troy, Michigan location.

Benefits

• Immediate enrollment in health, vision, dental and life insurance upon hire.
• Paid holidays and vacation days.
• Compensation based on experience.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health savings account.
• Paid time off.

What We Offer

• Our team is passionate about implementing cutting-edge marketing and communication strategies that redefine expectations in the marketplace.
• We're dedicated to understanding your career objectives and goals, then supporting, challenging and empowering you to achieve them.
• You'll learn how to deliver unprecedented value to the marketplace, enhancing both your personal and professional worth.
• Your individual talents, skills, perspectives and insights are highly valued contributions that enrich our team and drive our success.
• Join a team that serves a well-recognized client base comprising national and local institutions and organizations.
• Experience the cool and collaborative culture that earned recognition as a Crain's Detroit Cool Place to Work for three consecutive years.
• Enjoy annual safe harbor matching contributions for employees participating in our 401(k) program, as well as health insurance benefits including medical, dental and vision coverage.
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