Job Description
24 Seven is partnering with a well-known, digital print agency in Portland, OR to help them find a Purchasing Manager to join their team in this onsite opportunity. This is a full-time, direct hire opportunity with excellent benefits!
Ideal Candidate: will have at least 8+ years in purchasing and warehouse operations experience as well as skilled in inventory management, material handling, and proficient in ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all purchasing activities for materials and custom components.
- Source and procure specialty materials for unique projects and builds.
- Oversee receiving operations, ensuring materials are inspected and processed accurately.
- Ensure warehouse and receiving teams follow quality, inventory, and organization protocols.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date monthly inventory aligned with production and purchasing needs.
- Communicate with vendors to obtain quotes, confirm pricing, and negotiate delivery schedules.
- Review and approve purchase orders in line with budgets and project timelines.
- Collaborate with project managers, sales, engineers, and production teams on material needs.
- Keep precise purchasing records and supplier information in company systems.
- Identify new suppliers or alternative materials to improve cost and quality.
- Resolve delivery, quality, and order issues efficiently.
Qualifications:
- 8+ years of relevant work experience
- Bachelor’s in supply chain, business, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience in purchasing/procurement.
- Experience managing warehouse operations, including receiving, inventory, and material handling.
- Proficient in purchasing/ERP systems and Microsoft Office.
- Skilled at researching and sourcing custom or hard-to-find materials.
- Strong problem-solving skills for delivery, inventory, or quality issues.
- Forklift certification or willingness to obtain preferred.
- Knowledge of materials in graphics, signage, or fabrication a plus.
Job Tags
Full time, Work experience placement, Work at office,