Purchasing Manager
CurrentDevelop, lead and execute purchasing strategiesNegotiating and buying all products for the companyForecasting levels of demand for services and products to meet the business needs and keeping a constant check on stock levelsIdentifying potential suppliers, visiting existing suppliers, and building and maintaining good relationships with themGiving presentations about market analysis and possible growthAttending meetings and trade conferencesEnsuring suppliers are aware of business objectivesTrack and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectivenessCraft negotiation strategies and close deals with optimal termsPartner with stakeholders to ensure clear requirements documentationPerform cost and scenario analysis, and benchmarkingAssess, manage and mitigate risksSeek and partner with reliable vendors and suppliers