What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Manager position at AGI?
Position Title: Purchasing Manager
Department: Supply Chain
Location: Clay Center, KS
About AGI
AGI is a global food-based infrastructure company publicly traded in Canada. With over 3,800 employees and over 30 global manufacturing brands, AGI is a leading provider of equipment and technology solutions for agricultural commodities including seed, fertilizer, grain and feed systems and an expanding platform for food processing facilities.
The Opportunity
Plan, direct, or coordinate the activities of purchasing department and related workers involved in purchasing materials, products and services. Manage receipt of materials and relieve material from inventory. Ensure contracts with suppliers and vendors are consistent while securing competitive prices.
Responsibilities:
- Locate vendors of materials, equipment of supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales.
- Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment.
- Control purchasing department budgets.
- Maintain records of goods ordered and received.
- Interview, hire staff, and oversee staff training in purchasing department while coordinating with HR. As well as overseeing personnel issues with your staff and annual reviews.
- Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy.
- Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability.
- Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures.
- Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products, or substitute materials.
- Resolve vendor or contractor grievances, and claims against suppliers.
- Represent companies in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers.
- Review, evaluate, and approve specifications for issuing and awarding bids.
- Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials.
- Prepare reports regarding market conditions and merchandise cost.
- Administer online purchasing systems.
- Arrange for disposal of surplus materials.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor's Degree (four-year college or technical school)
- Experience: Four to ten years related experience
- Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office; Word, Excel, Outlook
- Other Requirements: Experience in steel manufacturing setting required. Experience with Lean Manufacturing and KanBan philosophies.
Why AGI?
We’re leading the way in global food supply chain solutions and here’s how:
We’re the leading global expert in providing farmers, processors and commercial customers with the right equipment and customized engineering solutions to produce, protect and deliver the world’s grain, fertilizer, seed, feed and food supplies. Dedicated to safety, innovation and customization, AGI offers one of the largest catalogs of equipment and full-service planning and engineering services for the storage, blending, mixing, conveying, conditioning, and processing of agricultural products worldwide. Supported by an extensive in-country sales and service team, AGI provides a global distribution network and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Canada, the United States, Brazil, India, France, and Italy.
Our Culture
Safety and teamwork are the cornerstones of our global culture. In all aspects of our business, diverse and inclusive teams work together to deliver quality products, solutions, and services for our customers around the world.
Our Benefits
Our competitive salaries, benefits packages, and employee share purchase plan help you take care of your family. Professional development activities keep you learning and involved, offering many opportunities to grow and advance your career.
With AGI, you’re choosing an employer dedicated to strengthening and securing the global food supply chain.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis, this position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
AGI is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.
Accommodations are available upon request for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.