• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
• Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions.
• Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.
• Verifies purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to the master list, clarifying unclear items, and recommending alternatives.
• Prepares and presents market conditions and merchandise cost reports.
• Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment
• Drafts, explains and implements instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management
• Evaluates and approves conditions for issuing and awarding bids.
• Resolves grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers
• Maintains and/or implements purchasing and recordkeeping systems.
• Acts as the company’s representative in negotiations with suppliers for the best credit term and conditions.
• Coordinates removal or disposal of surplus materials
• Administers the departmental budget
• Performs other duties as assigned.