What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Manager position at TriOptus?
📢 We’re Hiring: Purchasing Manager (Hybrid – East Gridley, CA)
Duration: Full Time
We are seeking a detail-oriented and strategic Purchasing Manager to lead the procurement function for our agricultural equipment manufacturing operations. This role is critical in ensuring timely delivery of high-quality materials that meet engineering specifications and production demands.
🔎 Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with company objectives.
- Source and evaluate suppliers for raw materials, mechanical components, fabrication services, and outsourced assemblies.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve best value while maintaining quality and delivery standards.
- Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure purchased components meet technical specifications.
- Maintain accurate inventory levels in coordination with production forecasts.
- Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and develop corrective action plans.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities through supplier consolidation, alternative sourcing, and process improvements.
- Ensure compliance with company policies, ISO standards, and regulatory requirements.
- Utilize ERP/MRP systems to manage purchasing activities and inventory transactions.
- Prepare reports on key performance metrics including cost, quality, and on-time delivery.
✅ Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field (preferred).
- 5 years of purchasing or supply chain management experience in manufacturing (ag equipment or heavy machinery preferred).
- Strong knowledge of mechanical components, steel fabrication, hydraulics, and commodity materials.
- Proven negotiation skills and supplier relationship management experience.
- Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to read technical drawings and understand engineering requirements.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
🌟 Preferred Qualifications
- CPM certification.
- Experience in ISO9001:2015 certified manufacturing operations.
- Background in lean manufacturing or just-in-time inventory systems.
- Familiarity with international sourcing and logistics.
🏭 Work Environment
This is a hybrid remote position operating out of both Manteca and Gridley locations. The role involves a mix of indoor and outdoor settings, with occasional exposure to hot work, chemicals, paints, and varying temperatures.
📞 Contact
Tim Johnson | 240-471-0014 | ✉️ tim.johnson@trioptus.com
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