Purchasing Manager Accounting Operations in Seattle, WA

Purchasing Manager Job Description

Candidates for this position should have solid negotiation, communication, analytical and organizational skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required. Purchasing managers generally need at least five years of experience in purchasing, in addition to a bachelor’s degree. Individuals who have earned a certified purchasing manager (CPM) designation are at an advantage.

Typical purchasing manager duties:

Researching and selecting vendors

Maintaining and identifying economic order quantities to manage inventory costs

Processing purchase orders

Managing pricing and contract negotiations

Hiring, training and supervising purchasing staff

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MRO

MRP ERP System

Microsoft Excel

SAP S/4HANA

Spreadsheets

Materials Handling

Vendors

Suppliers

Pricing

Inventory Management

Salary for Purchasing Manager Accounting Operations in Seattle, WA

81270 - 116100

25th percentile

81270

New to the role, with little or no experience; requires more than casual instruction or supervision to perform day-to-day duties

50th percentile

98363

Has the experience to consistently perform core responsibilities without direct supervision; very comfortable with processes and subject matter associated with the role

75th percentile

116100

Value to the organization goes far beyond the ability to perform normal job duties; has rare qualifications that enable consistent contribution in unique ways; ready for next career level when available

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