Purchasing Manager

Job Title: Purchasing Manager

Job Summary

The Senior Buyer is responsible for leading procurement activities, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the cost-effective and timely acquisition of goods and services. This role oversees complex purchasing decisions, supports strategic sourcing initiatives, and provides guidance to junior and mid-level buyers.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing and purchasing strategies for assigned categories or business units
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with suppliers to achieve cost savings and value
• Analyze market trends, supplier performance, and risk factors to make inform decisions
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure company requirements are met
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements
• Manage supplier relationships and resolve escalated issues
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and systems
• Mentor and support Buyers and Junior Buyers in day-to-day activities
• Set up and maintain purchasing procedures and policies

Leadership & Oversight of Other Buyers

The Senior Buyer plays a key role in guiding and coordinating the work of other buyers:

• Buyers (Mid-Level):
  • Handle routine and moderately complex purchasing tasks
  • Execute sourcing strategies developed with the Senior Buyer
  • Maintain supplier relationships and process purchase orders
  • The Senior Buyer reviews their performance, provides direction, and assists with escalations

• Junior Buyers / Purchasing Assistants:
  • Focus on transactional tasks such as order placement, data entry, and follow-ups
  • Support vendor communication and documentation
  • The Senior Buyer ensures accuracy of their work and provides training and development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5–10+ years of procurement or purchasing experience
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Experience with ERP/procurement systems
• Knowledge of supply chain management and sourcing strategies
• Leadership or mentoring experience preferred

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking
• Supplier relationship management
• Ability to read drawings
• Understanding fabrication and machining operations
• Cost analysis and budgeting
• Communication and leadership
• Problem-solving and risk management

Why Join Us?

• Competitive compensation and benefits package
• 401K employer match
• HSA employer contribution
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Excellent healthcare & dental. Vision paid for by employer.