Summary: 

The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for the planning, organization, and administration of all purchasing activities within Quera, while being accountable for the procurement of materials on both a national and international level, streamlining distribution, and optimizing inventory management. Your expertise will drive the success of our time-sensitive projects, necessitating strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to meeting tight deadlines.
Responsibilities:

• Manage the planning, purchasing and supply chain activities of goods and services to ensure an adequate supply of material to support company initiatives and service delivery.
• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and other internal groups to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues and supplier capabilities.
• Manage and develop relationships with external vendors including inventory levels, cost structure, delivery schedules and overall quality and delivery performance.
• Provide analysis of material requirements based on forecast orders and other methods.
• Evaluate suppliers based on criteria such as quality, reliability, cost, and technological capabilities.

Qualifications:

• BS/BA and at least 7 years supply chain experience coupled with a strong understanding of procurement, inventory management, and distribution strategies within a manufacturing or industrial environment, preferably within optics/laser environment.
• Proven ability in negotiation and conflict resolution, particularly with suppliers and external partners, to ensure cost-effective procurement and supply agreements.
• Experience in forecast management and capabilities of balancing supply with demand to optimize stock and costs.
• Competence in setting up and managing stock control and purchase planning systems, with a keen eye for detailed reporting and analysis.
• Highly effective verbal and written communication abilities, essential for cross-departmental collaboration and building strong stakeholder relationships.

QuEra is committed to cultivating a diverse work environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We highly value diversity in our current and future employees and do not discriminate (including in our hiring and promotion practices) based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by law.