JR PURCHASING MANAGER| SIX MILE, LLC

JOB OVERVIEW

Six Mile, LLC (SML) is seeking Jr Purchasing Manager to provide support to a base operations support services contract in Kodiak, AK! This position implements purchasing strategies, maintains positive relationships with suppliers, coordinates with internal teams regarding their supply needs, and oversees the purchasing team in their daily activities.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING

• Implements purchasing strategies.
• Manages daily purchasing activities, supervising staff, and allocating tasks.
• Manages supplier relations and negotiating prices, timelines, etc.
• Maintains the supplier database, purchase records, and related documentation.
• Coordinates with inventory control to determine and manage inventory needs.
• Manages the maintenance of office/manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Ensures that all procured items meet the required quality standards and specifications.
• Prepares cost estimates and manages budgets.
• Works to improve purchasing systems and processes.
• Trains new employees in the purchasing process and how to use the purchasing system.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

ABOUT YOU

• Bachelor's degree or a minimum of 5 years related experience.
• Supervisory and management experience required.
• Knowledge of inventory and supply chain management required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software required.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong critical thinking and negotiation skills.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to pass a background and drug screening.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

At SML, we empower our employees in their careers. When you work with us, we will encourage you to follow your passions, and we promise to be committed to your safety, well-being, and professional development.

We treat our team members well - because it's the right thing to do, and because it makes good business sense. At SML, you will contribute to our mission to provide solutions for our customers through unparalleled service reflective of our value-added, innovative approach, with respect for shareholders, the environment, and our traditional values.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT

SML is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religious beliefs, age, disability, U.S. veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.