Purchasing Unit Manager

New Hampshire Ball Bearing’s Astro Division is located in Laconia, NH—heart of the scenic Lakes Region.  Astro is a World-Class 450+ person, climate-controlled advanced manufacturing facility producing high precision metal aerospace components.

Position will manage all aspects of Purchasing to efficiently and cost-effectively support organizational operations. Core responsibilities and competencies:

• Negotiating, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers and vendors
• Manage risk relating to quality, cost, delivery and supply of purchases
• Direct continuous improvement of purchasing processes in line with changing needs and market conditions
• Develop and manage purchasing budgets and forecasts
• Monitor supplier and vendor compliance with contractual agreements
• Strong computer skills
• Knowledge with Automated Manufacturing Systems (MRP – ERP)
• Self-motivated with strong sense of urgency and commitment to meeting deadlines
• International Supply Chain Management experience
• Experience in VMI
• Seven years progressive management and supervisory experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
• Bachelor’s degree required in business, materials management, operations management or related field. APICS-Purchasing Certification a plus

NHBB is an equal opportunity employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.