Purchasing/Procurement Specialist

About the role

We are a growing manufacturing organization committed to operational excellence, quality, and continuous improvement. We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing/Procurement Specialist to support our supply chain operations by sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring uninterrupted production through effective inventory and purchasing strategies.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure materials, components, equipment, and services to support manufacturing operations.
• Issue and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery of materials.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships while monitoring performance related to quality, cost, and delivery.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to achieve cost savings and improve supplier performance.
• Analyze inventory levels, demand forecasts, and production schedules to ensure adequate material availability.
• Monitor supplier lead times and proactively address potential shortages or delivery issues.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and logistics teams to support operational goals.
• Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and supplier data within ERP systems.
• Support RFQ, RFP, and supplier selection processes.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, cost reductions, and supply chain efficiencies.
• Generate purchasing and procurement performance reports and KPIs.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and procurement procedures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field preferred.
• 3+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of inventory management, production planning, and supplier management.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, JD Edwards, or similar platforms.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis and reporting.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with strategic sourcing and supplier contract negotiations.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, or Six Sigma concepts.
• Professional certifications such as CPM, CPSM, or APICS are a plus.
• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing operations.

Benefits

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Pay

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Schedule

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