Procurement Analyst

About the role

Pettibone is hiring a Procurement Analyst to support purchasing, supplier performance, inventory planning, and cost control for their manufacturing operation in Baraga, Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships to support quality, cost, and delivery expectations.
• Review system messages and place purchase orders accurately and on time.
• Plan assigned commodities at the SKU level with input from production, inventory, engineering, and other teams.
• Maintain inventory levels to support continuous production while improving inventory turns.
• Monitor supplier performance, on-time delivery, shortages, purchase price variance, and other key metrics.
• Follow up on delayed parts, shortages, pricing questions, and order issues before they become bigger problems.
• Negotiate material pricing and help offset supplier cost increases.
• Review shipment options; look for smart ways to consolidate freight and improve transportation routes.
• Learn assigned commodities and supplier capabilities so you can make stronger purchasing decisions.
• Participate in product development, value engineering, and continuous improvement projects with suppliers and internal teams.

Requirements

• 1 or more years of experience in a supply chain or purchasing position required; manufacturing experience preferred.
• A high school diploma required; a degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field is preferred.
• Experience with planning, scheduling, inventory control, or Lean Manufacturing helpful.
• A working knowledge of ERP systems, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Teams, and purchasing or inventory software; MRP system experience is helpful.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build good working relationships with suppliers, production teams, engineering, and other internal partners.
• A continuous improvement mindset, strong follow-through, and a can-do attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, research issues, use resources wisely, and stay organized in a fast-paced environment.
• A self-starting work style with curiosity, accountability, and a high activity level.
• Ability to travel occasionally, including overnight travel, as needed.

Skills

• Supplier management
• Order processing
• Inventor control
• Cost analysis
• Inventory optimization
• Supplier performance evaluation
• Supply chain coordination
• Continuous improvement

Benefits

• Competitive salary aligned with your experience and qualifications.
• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage (employee and family plans available).
• Health Savings Account and Flex Spending Account.
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with up to 4% company match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays, and volunteer time---just to name a few).
• Full-time position with schedule flexibility (M-F 8am-4:30pm, or M-Th 6am-4:30pm).

Pay

• Competitive salary aligned with your experience and qualifications.

Schedule

• Full-time position with schedule flexibility (M-F 8am-4:30pm, or M-Th 6am-4:30pm).