THE MOST TRUSTED NAME IN CELEBRATING STUDENT MILESTONES – HERFF JONESHerff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones' products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, yearbooks, diplomas, frames, announcements, and Greek accessories as well as motivation and recognition programs.
Since 1920, our team has worked alongside students, faculty, and staff on campuses nationwide to help build a stronger community and celebrate student milestones. Our continued success relies on hiring extraordinary talent, with a passion for making a difference and eagerness to roll up the sleeves, to help us write the story of our next 100 years.
Your Opportunity: The Herff Jones team is looking for a Purchasing Manager to join our team in Indianapolis, IN.
This is a regular, exempt fulltime position with benefit eligibility including, medical, dental, vision, life, 401(k), paid time off, and additional voluntary benefits.
Here's How You’ll Make An ImpactThe Purchasing Manager is responsible for managing workflow from initiation to completion for both purchased orders and deliveries. This person will accurately track and report key functional metrics and anticipate unfavorable events through data analysis to prepare control strategies. The Purchasing Manager will collaborate with key persons to ensure clear communication of the specifications of the company. This person will also foresee trends and predict alterations in the negotiating ability of suppliers and clients. This includes preparing risk management for supply contracts and agreements. A strong focus on detail orientation, a strong sense of urgency, and a balance of priorities will be key to operating successfully in the role.
What You’ll Be Doing On A Daily Basis
Set, track, and maintain budget
Oversee supply needs; approve the ordering of necessary goods and services
Thoroughly examine and test existing contracts
Determine optimal stock/inventory levels and requirements
Develop and maintain MRP process
Collaborate with Warehouse Manager to align inventory levels
Perform all duties as assigned
What You’ll Bring To The Table
Bachelors degree preferred.
Bachelor of Science in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration is preferred.
Proven success to effectively communicate (listening, writing and verbal) across all levels of an organization.
Previous success in a leading lean operations role including training and coaching front line associates.
Intermediate to Advanced skills with Microsoft Office and learning new systems/technology with understanding some work is processed manually
Demonstrated success in the ability to lead a mid-size manufacturing facility operation on two shifts with seasonal production flow.
Proven ability to manage budgets, conduct detailed staffing analysis, and implement new programs in a manufacturing environment.
Multiple examples of lean projects and initiates successfully executed with measurable cost and time savings.
Outstanding decision-making skills and ability to work well with numbers.
Significant experience in collecting and analyzing data.
Excellent leadership capabilities and communication skills.
Well organized and detail oriented.
A strong sense of urgency and desire to exceed customer expectations.
Ability to maintain a positive attitude in a fast-paced environment.
Physical Requirements
Daily activity includes but is not limited to lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twisting.
Reading, communication, math.
Working at a computer for extended periods of time.
Ability to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs.
Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above
JOIN THE BEST TEAM ON THE FIELD IN SPORT, SPIRIT & ACHIEVEMENTAbout Herff JonesIndianapolis-based Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones’ products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, diplomas and announcements as well as motivation and recognition programs. Focused on building long-term relationships through a nationwide network of over 1,400 employees and sales partners, the professionals at Herff Jones have been helping elevate the student experience throughout the lifelong journey of education for more than 100 years. For more information about Herff Jones, please visit www.herffjones.com.
Herff Jones, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and maintain affirmative action plans to recruit, retain, develop, and promote qualified individuals without unlawful consideration of race, gender, gender identity, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Herff Jones strives to maintain a work environment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, where associates are treated with respect and dignity.Any employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Herff Jones. Herff Jones will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries
Consumer Goods
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