Job Title: Purchasing Manager

Company: Venture Circle International LLC

Location: Sanford, Florida

About Us:

Venture Circle International LLC (VCI) is a leading manufacturer and distributor specializing in decorative framed mirrors, frameless mirrors, LED-lit and Designer mirrors, bathroom medicine cabinets, mirror closet door systems, and washroom accessories. With over 20 years of industry experience, VCI has established itself as the largest independently-owned manufacturer of medicine cabinets in the Eastern United States. Our commitment to providing cost-effective solutions for both commercial and residential developments has solidified our reputation as a trusted partner in the industry. Headquartered in Sanford, Florida, VCI maintains a vast inventory and operates flexible manufacturing and distribution systems to ensure timely delivery and customization options for our clients.

Position Overview:

Purchasing Manager will play a crucial role in managing our procurement process, ensuring the timely acquisition of materials and resources necessary for our manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and supply chain optimization.

Basic Skills

· Must be able to speak fluent English

· Able to follow detailed instructions

· Must be proficient at basic math and measurement skills

· Must know how to read travelers and work orders

· Data enter Inventory Items and BOM

· Collaborates with Plant Manager, President and Sales to forecast purchasing activities based on projections

· Negotiates with vendors on prices, terms, quality, quantity, and delivery specifications

· Verifies nomenclature and specifications of purchase requests

· Writes purchases orders and sends copy to supplier, verifies delivery dates and pricing

· Follows up with the vendors regarding delivery dates, prices, and specifications. Informs Plant Manager and Sales Department anticipated delivery of items ordered

· Communicate with various factories on order status, shipping procedures and credit issues

· Controls turnover costs as well as damages

· Processes Bill of Lading and Purchase Orders

· Assists in purchasing of VCE products and IAS consign stock products

· Finding and negotiating with suppliers to maintain the facility as set by the standards of Management

· Assist in entering receiving paperwork into computer and process

· Keep track of and report damages within assigned department

· Process vendor defects and in house damages

· Searches inventory records or warehouse to determine if material on hand is in sufficient quantity

· Coordinates physical inventory procedure with the President, Operations, Plant Manager and Customer Service

· Collaborate inventory counts and physical inventory to ensure accuracy

· Responsible for the final inventory data entry for reconciliation

· Will be responsible for learning and conveying information on several product lines/vendors and will do so over the phone, via fax, or email

· Must be available to attend trade shows when needed, and accompany management to customer’s work sites on an occasional basis including in state and out of state locations

· Keep a calendar and schedule time for planning

· Constantly reviews purchasing patterns, processes analysis, cash flows, and storage space requirements and reviews with Operations Manager, Plant Manager, and President.

· Assists in verifying bills from suppliers

· Data enters new model numbers and Bill of Materials

· Must have strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Publisher, email and internet

· Must be able to multi-task and operate in a busy office environment with professionalism.

· Must be able to operate a multi-line phone system, a copier, fax, and computer

Leadership Skills

· Maintains a level of professional, business standards at all times, i.e. follows appropriate dress code, no swearing or inappropriate behavior towards co-workers, management, vendors or customers

· On a daily basis keeps on task, maintains factory component levels, prioritizes vendor correspondence and coordinates with President, Operations Manager, and Plant Manager Attends all required meetings and trainings

· Strong communication skills including:

· Delegating appropriate tasks

· Meeting with operations manager and other leads concerning priority of orders/daily tasks

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Experience:

• Negotiation: 1 year (Preferred)
• Purchasing: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person