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Purchasing Manager Jobs in Orangeburg, NY at Fisk Industries/Ramm Beauty
Title: Purchasing Manager
Role Type: Full time
ABOUT THE COMPANY:
Fisk Industries is a dynamic and innovative manufacturer and distributor of high-performing personal care and beauty products located in Orangeburg, New York, committed to delivering high-quality products to our customers. Fisk has grown from a “mom & pop” business into a leading manufacturer and distributor, selling products in over 100 countries around the globe.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
As a Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for all procurement activities for our growing cosmetics manufacturing and distribution business. This individual will oversee the purchasing team responsible for raw materials, corrugate, packaging components, and office administrative purchases while driving purchasing strategy, supplier performance, forecasting, cost savings, and process improvements.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leadership
- Lead, supervise and develop the purchasing team by establishing clear priorities, accountability, and performance expectations.
- Establish departmental goals and performance metrics
Procurement Strategy
- Develop and execute purchasing strategies that support production requirements, inventory objectives, and company growth.
- Build strong supplier relationships, while evaluating supplier performance on quality, delivery, service, and cost.
- Lead supplier negotiations to obtain best total value, including pricing, payment terms, freight, and service agreements.
- Identify and qualify alternative suppliers to reduce supply chain risk.
- Monitor market trends and raw material availability to proactively address potential disruptions.
- Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQ’s) as needed.
Planning & Forecasting
- Collaborate with Production Planning, Sales, and Operations to forecast material requirements.
- Develop purchasing plans base don sales forecasts, inventory levels, production schedules, and supplier lead times.
- Maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing excess inventory and carrying costs.
- Improve purchasing accuracy through forecasting analysis and inventory planning.
Inventory & Supply Management
- Ensure timely procurement of raw materials, packaging components, and indirect materials.
- Monitor inventory turns, aging inventory, and slow-moving materials.
- Partner with Warehouse and Inventory Control to improve accuracy and replenishment strategies.
New Product Development
- Support new product launches by sourcing new raw materials, packaging components, and suppliers.
- Coordinate material availability to ensure successful product launches.
- Work cross-functionally with Product Development, Art Department, Operations and Quality through the commercialization process.
Process Improvement
- Evaluate and improve purchasing workflows, systems, and standard operating procedures.
- Identify opportunities to automate manual purchasing activities.
- Utilize ERP data and analytics to support purchasing decisions and continuous improvement initiatives.
Administrative Purchasing
- Oversee procurement of office supplies and other indirect purchases.
- Establish purchasing guidelines and approval processes to ensure cost control and compliance.
Qualifications:
Education:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Business Supply Chain Management, or related field
Experience:
- 8+ years of proven experience as a Purchasing Manager or in a similar role within the Consumer Products Industry, preferably within cosmetics or personal care.
- Strong supplier negotiation experience.
- Experience with forecasting, inventory planning, and demand management.
- ERP experience required.
- In-depth knowledge of procurement processes, vendor management, and supply chain management.
Attributes:
- : Follows through on commitments, does what you say you will do, even requiring some personal sacrifice.
- : Delivers messages in a clear and concise manner, listens attentively.
- : Relates comfortably to all levels of people, both internally and externally.
- : Learns quickly when facing new situations, willingly takes on the challenge of unfamiliar tasks.
- : Deals with technical issues comfortably and can complete work at a high level of proficiency.
- : Shows confidence under pressure, maintains a positive attitude despite adversity.
- : Proactively seeks out new and challenging work.
- : Keeps confidences and develops a reputation for being honest and ethical.
Fisk is an equal opportunity employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant irrespective of race, color, creed, alienage, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Fisk is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Pay: $135,000.00 – $160,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 3% Match
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Title: Purchasing Manager
Company: Fisk Industries/Ramm Beauty
Location: Orangeburg, NY
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