Materials Managers generally work in warehouse environments so they can have a hands-on approach to maintaining inventory levels and supervising supply deliveries. They are the main point of contact for vendors, making them responsible for negotiating the terms of supply contracts, researching new material sources and recording delivery schedules. Materials Managers explain the distribution process to their team and adjust business operations to improve reliability and quality. Materials Managers are instrumental in setting appropriate price points for product sales and making adjustments to account for changes in the cost of attaining, storing and transporting materials.
Wat doet een Materials Manager?
A Materials Manager, or Purchasing Manager, oversees a company’s needs for inventory and supplies by managing vendor relationships, assessing supply needs and coordinating delivery schedules. Their duties include training operations staff, signing purchase orders and tracking the flow of inventory through the company’s supply chain.
Verantwoordelijkheden
Een Materials Manager moet in staat zijn om verschillende taken en verantwoordelijkheden te vervullen. Hieronder staan enkele taken en verantwoordelijkheden die een Materials Manager moet kunnen uitvoeren:
Evaluating suppliers on the basis of delivery speed for their products and services, price and quality
Interviewing vendors and visiting supplier distribution centers and plants to examine and learn about prices, products and services.
Attending conferences, trade shows and meetings to network with suppliers and learn about new industry trends
Analyzing financial reports, price proposals and other information used to determine reasonable pricing
Negotiating contracts for the organization and working out agreements with suppliers for product delivery
Meeting with vendors and staff to discuss unacceptable and defective products and establish corrective action
Benodigde vaardigheden
Een concurrerende Materials Manager zal bepaalde vaardigheden en kwalificaties hebben, waaronder:
Analytical skills for evaluating and choosing suppliers offering the best combination of service, delivery, quality and price
Decision-making skills for making timely and informed decisions on selecting products they believe will sell.
Math skills for comparing prices from various suppliers and ensuring the organization is receiving the best deal
Interpersonal skills, self-confidence and negotiating skills for establishing contracts with suppliers and vendors.
Soortgelijke aanbiedingen
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