Purchasing Manager

About the role

Magnetics, a division of Spang & Company, seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead and execute the end-to-end procurement function for raw materials, supplies, capital equipment, and contract services. The role supports manufacturing operations by ensuring continuity of supply, competitive cost, and supplier performance.

Responsibilities

• Align purchasing activities with forecast demand and inventory targets
• Drive cost, quality, and delivery performance
• Perform end-to-end sourcing activities, including RFQs, cost and MOQ negotiations, purchase order issuance, proactive expediting, and resolution of past-due deliveries
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships as the primary point of contact
• Ensure a capable supplier base for current and future business needs
• Partner with internal customers to define requirements and develop scopes of work for contracted services while coordinating with contractors for timely execution
• Lead cost-reduction initiatives through negotiations and dual/alternate sourcing strategies and safety stock
• Ensure compliance with sustainable sourcing standards (including Conflict Minerals regulations and DFARs requirements)
• Resolve receiving and invoicing discrepancies
• Manage supplier RMA processes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, logistics, or a technical discipline
• 7+ years of procurement experience in a manufacturing environment
• Demonstrated experience in supplier negotiations, contract management, and cost-reduction initiatives
• Experience with ERP systems

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Knowledge of industry trends and best practices

Skills

• Supplier relationship management
• Cost reduction strategies
• Contract management
• ERP system proficiency

Benefits

Spang & Company offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• One of the best 401(k) matching plans in the business
• Competitive salaries
• Additional perks and benefits

To apply, please submit your resume to [Application link].