Purchasing Manager

As a part of the NYK Group, Yusen Logistics (Americas) Inc. performs a key role in keeping world trade moving by offering air and ocean freight forwarding, global warehousing, reverse logistics, intermodal and multimodal transportation, and supply chain solutions to some of the world’s largest industries.

The Purchasing Manager will perform duties to include: the purchasing of goods and services, procurement, vendor analysis and vendor relations as it relates to the business units of YLA in a timely and professional manner.

* Review invoices for accuracy and completeness * Coordinate purchasing procedures with staff and vendors to ensure delivery of products and services * Ensure purchase order approval process is followed at all times. * Establish and/or maintain relationships with vendors. * Analyze purchase trends and seek to identify the lowest cost option. * Assess cost impacts when analyzing multiple choices for asset management and purchases. * Negotiate rates and pricing schedules with vendors when needed. * Assist in managing building leases, equipment leases, and contractual agreements * Ordering and maintenance of supply and materials inventory (e.g. forms, office supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability * Provide assistance to management personnel and perform special projects as assigned * Perform all job functions while adhering to the Company’s policies and procedures

**Education and Experience** * Minimum of High School diploma or GED. Bachelor’s degree preferred. * 3+ years of Purchasing experience. Transportation\warehouse industry experience is preferred. * Knowledge and understanding of standard accounts payable procedures. * Good verbal and written communication skills. * Excellent ability to interact professionally and effectively with internal and external customers in person and over the phone * Good analytical skills * Good organizational and time management skills * Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously while paying attention to detail * Ability to gather and interpret data, compile information and prepare reports * Systems experience: Proficiency in Excel and Word required. Experience with purchase order management systems such as JD Edwards is a plus.