What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technical Procurement Lead – Raw Materials & Industrial Supply position at Food Management Search?
Technical Procurement Lead – Raw Materials & Industrial Supply
- 5 years of veteran experience in the procuring of raw materials, mechanical systems, and electrical components is a requirement to be considered
- Base pay is $90,000
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills are essential for this role
- Must be a United States citizen or Green Card holder
- No remote as this is an on-site position
- Full-time, permanent, W-2 employee
- Full benefits, including a 401(k) with a match and profit sharing
- Located in the Richfield, Wisconsin area
This full-time, permanent Technical Procurement Lead career opportunity is at a stable, family-owned industrial manufacturer recognized as a leader in its field. The company has a strong reputation for valuing its employees, fostering a collaborative and hands-on work environment, and maintaining a culture of quality and integrity. With a history of excellence and a focus on building long-term relationships with both customers and employees, this is an ideal place to grow your career. The work is challenging and diverse, ensuring you are a key part of the entire production process.
The duties and responsibilities should be as follows:
- Manage the end-to-end purchasing process for a variety of raw materials, components, and services, ensuring materials arrive on schedule to meet production timelines
- Negotiate pricing and establish relationships with suppliers to secure the best possible purchase price, quality, and delivery
- Analyze daily material requirements from production schedules and requisitions, converting them into purchase orders
- Strategically locate and investigate alternative suppliers for bid comparison and delivery requirements
- Coordinate the handling of all RMAs and assist in resolving shipping and invoice issues
- Participate in weekly production meetings to address any special purchasing or expediting needs
The background of the successful candidate must include the following:
- 5 years of experience in a purchasing role within a manufacturing or fabrication environment
- Proven ability to negotiate pricing and gather bids for both routine and high-value purchases
- Experience with procuring various materials, including steel (sheet, tubing, structural), pumps, actuators, and electrical components
- A solid understanding of inventory control and experience using ERP or custom purchasing software
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- A solid work history
- Being a US citizen or green card holder
- Having a residence within a 45-minute drive
Salary : $90,000