Purchasing Supervisor jobs in Rhode Island

Purchasing Supervisor supervises daily procurement and purchasing operations and implements the strategy to provide the materials and services to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing. Maintains strategic supplier relationships, negotiates pricing, monitors performance, and expedites to respond to changes in demand or disruptions in the supply chain. Being a Purchasing Supervisor collaborates with other functions to meet current and future inventory requirements and manage inventory levels. Utilizes technical tools to analyze data and increase responsiveness to material demands. Additionally, Purchasing Supervisor performs auditing processes to ensure procurement and recordkeeping comply with any applicable industry or governmental regulations. Typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a manager. The Purchasing Supervisor supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. To be a Purchasing Supervisor typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Retail In Store Area Supervisor
  • A & M Special Purchasing Inc.
  • Middletown, RI FULL_TIME
  • Compensation for this opportunity is based on candidate experience and position

    Join our growing team! All associates receive a 30% discount

    POSITION SUMMARY:

    The Area Supervisor is responsible for the daily merchandising of designated areas of the store, under the direction of the Area Team Leader. This position will control ordering, receiving, stocking, signage, ad setup, and maintenance standards within the assigned area. The Area Supervisor also participates in the coverage and responsibilities of the Front End/Service Desk. The role of the Area Supervisor is designed to develop future OSJL team leaders. Associates in this position should be open to development to store leadership level positions.

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Ensure all OSJL customers receive the best possible service on the sales floor and at the point of sale
    • Act in compliance with all Company policies and procedures
    • Manage merchandise presentation in assigned areas, including proper maintenance of all auto-replenished areas
    • Support training of store associates assigned to the department(s)
    • Exercise inventory control through proper ordering management of backroom stock and timely flow of merchandise to the sales floor
    • Comply in a timely manner with all merchandising direction from the Visual Merchandising Department
    • Maintain proper merchandise signage and ticketing
    • Uphold all store safety and maintenance standards
    • Support front end operations as needed
    • When functioning as a key carrier, participate in the operation and merchandising of the entire store
    • Operate a cash register, as needed

    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

    • 1 or more years of experience leading and training a team of associates, preferably in a retail or customer service environment.
    • Minimum 1-3 years professional experience in other retail environments is required.
    • Prior customer service experience, training experience, and prior merchandise ordering, receiving, stocking, and maintenance experience in other retail environments is preferred.
    • Computer skills (email; Google platform i.e. sites, slides, drive, docs, sheets; Qlik)

    ATTRIBUTES:

    • Effective Communicator: You possess strong communication skills and have the ability to build and maintain a culture of trust and respect.
    • Team Oriented: You are capable of embracing the ideas of others (even if they conflict with your own) for the sake of the company and client. You commit time, focus, and energy to develop future OSJL leaders by motivating them around a common purpose and vision.
    • Self-motivated: You can work with a minimum of supervision and be capable of strategically prioritizing multiple tasks in a proactive manner. You understand the tools and processes needed to meet larger strategic initiatives.
    • Passionate: You must be passionate about online collaboration and ensuring our clients are successful; we love seeing hunger and ambition.
    • Organized: You lead by example in serving all of our stakeholders: customers, owners, communities, and fellow associates.
    • Time Management: You are able to handle multiple projects at once, and can organize multiple projects around given deadlines.
    • Leadership: You are a leader and exhibit that in your everyday work. You pride yourself on developing your leadership skills and working with a diverse group of customers and associates.

    WORK ENVIRONMENT:

    • Work primarily in a climate controlled environment with minimal safety/health hazard potential. This position requires extended periods of moving, remaining stationary, ascending, descending, and/or positioning oneself to complete various tasks throughout the shift..
    • Some sedentary activities and near vision use for reading and computer use.
    • Responsible for physical activities including using hand tools, ascending or descending a ladder, moving, reaching, and lifting on a frequent basis: should be able to lift 35 lbs on a regular basis.
    • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

    This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other job duties and tasks, some of which may be essential to the position. Management has the right to revise this job description at any time. The job description is not a contract, either express or implied. You are an at-will employee, meaning either you or the Company may terminate your employment at any time, with or without notice.

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Purchasing Specialist
  • HomeX Services Group
  • Lincoln, RI FULL_TIME
  • The Purchasing Specialist will play a key role in supporting the procurement process, from requisition to order fulfillment. The successful candidate will have strong analytical skills, negotiation ab...
  • 6 Days Ago

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Purchasing Clerk
  • ZOLL Resuscitation
  • Pawtucket, RI FULL_TIME
  • ResuscitationJob Summary:To handle the daily clerical needs in the Purchasing Department. Making expense buys and Interacting with Manufacturing. This is a TEMP position only lasting until December.Es...
  • 1 Day Ago

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Purchasing Specialist
  • Encore Fire Protection
  • Pawtucket, RI FULL_TIME
  • Overview Encore is an industry-leading, full-service fire protection company serving all New England from offices in Maine to New Jersey. We need a high energy and dynamic Purchasing Specialist to joi...
  • 1 Month Ago

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DEPUTY TREASURER-PURCHASING AGENT
  • Town of Bristol, RI Government
  • Bristol, RI FULL_TIME
  • Town of BristolWould you love to work near beautiful Bristol Harbor? Bristol has a FT position for Deputy Treasurer/Purchasing Agent.The Deputy Treasurer-Purchasing Agent reports to the Town Treasurer...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Commodity Purchasing Specialist III
  • IGT
  • West Greenwich, RI FULL_TIME
  • IGT (NYSE:IGT) is a global leader in gaming. We deliver entertaining and responsible gaming experiences for players across all channels and regulated segments, from Lotteries and Gaming Machines to Sp...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Income Estimation for Purchasing Supervisor jobs
$100,427 to $135,402

Purchasing Supervisor in Manchester, NH
Effective supervisors establish and maintain solid professional relationships with vendors while continually negotiating to obtain favorable pricing and discount structures.
January 11, 2020
Purchasing Supervisor in Topeka, KS
Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
January 19, 2020
Purchasing Supervisor in Great Falls, MT
Perform other reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.  Marriott International is an equal opportunity employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.
January 26, 2020