Assistant Purchasing Manager

RHI Magnesita
Greensboro, NC
Fully On-Site

Assistant Purchasing Manager

Location: North America

Travel Requirement: 10%

Role Summary

Are you ready to play a key role in ensuring smooth supply chain operations? The Assistant Purchasing Manager supports procurement, inbound logistics, and indirect purchasing activities to ensure timely, cost-effective, and accurate delivery of materials and services. This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate with suppliers, freight forwarders, and internal teams to maintain smooth supply chain operations while managing special projects. If you thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy coordinating logistics, and want to make a measurable impact on procurement efficiency, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do

  • Communicate with freight forwarders, and carriers, to resolve shipping delays or documentation issues.
  • Track and report shipment status, lead times, and potential risks.
  • Prepare and process purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and adherence to budget guidelines.
  • Maintain supplier relationships and monitor performance metrics.
  • Handle procurement of indirect materials and services (e.g., office supplies, maintenance, IT equipment).
  • Support and manage purchasing-related projects, including cost-saving initiatives and process improvements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely execution of project deliverables.
  • Ensure accurate documentation for all inbound shipments, including bills of lading, invoices, and customs paperwork.
  • Collaborate with warehouse and inventory teams to reconcile deliveries and resolve discrepancies.
  • Identify opportunities to streamline inbound logistics and purchasing processes.
  • Support implementation of best practices for cost reduction and efficiency.

What You Bring

  • Strong organizational and time-management skills
  • Excellent communication and supplier relationship management
  • Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Experience with procurement systems and logistics coordination
  • Problem-solving mindset and adaptability

What We Offer

  • Opportunities to contribute to cost-saving initiatives and process improvements
  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional exposure
  • Professional growth in procurement and supply chain management
  • A chance to make a real impact on operational efficiency

About RHI Magnesita

RHI Magnesita is the leading global supplier of high-grade refractory products, systems and solutions critical for high-temperature processes across industries. With a strong presence in North America, we enable innovation and efficiency in manufacturing sectors worldwide.

Nearest Major Market: Greensboro
Posted 2025-12-05

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