Senior Purchasing Specialist

Senior Purchasing Specialist

Position Summary

Do you want to...

• Play a key role in starting up a new manufacturing plant?
• Build strong supplier partnerships that directly impact production success?
• Negotiate pricing and contracts that drive cost savings and operational efficiency?
• Work side-by-side with production, engineering, and leadership in a hands-on environment?

We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to support our metal fabrication manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for sourcing and purchasing raw materials, goods, and services required to support production. The position plays a critical role in ensuring material availability, cost control, and supplier performance - directly impacting production schedules and customer satisfaction.

About Us

Join us in bringing Grand Haven's newest manufacturing facility to life! Kaidi LLC is a Smart Office division of Kaidi Electrical, and we produce inline actuators and understructure assemblies for height-adjustable desk applications. We are building up our manufacturing capacity in Grand Haven, MI, and you will be on the ground floor, helping shape the company's direction from its earliest stages. You will be surrounded by a team passionate about creating something new and innovative. The pace is fast, the work is meaningful, and every contribution counts. At Kaidi, you're not just filling a role-you're building a vision. If you're excited about seeing tangible results from your work, and you thrive in a dynamic environment where growth is constant, joining Kaidi could be the journey of a lifetime!

Key Responsibilities

• Purchase raw materials, goods, and services in accordance with company policies and procedures
• Issue and manage purchase orders, ensuring documentation is accurate and complete
• Coordinate with operations and planning teams to maintain appropriate inventory levels and support production schedules
• Evaluate vendors based on price, reliability, capability, and past performance
• Negotiate pricing, volume discounts, and favorable payment terms
• Monitor supplier performance to ensure on-time delivery and quality standards
• Resolve supply chain issues to minimize production disruptions
• Ensure compliance with federal/state procurement regulations, industry standards, and ethical sourcing practices
• Maintain accurate purchasing data within the ERP/MRP system
• Work closely with production, finance and logistics teams to align procurement activities with production schedules, budget and inventory optimization targets
• Other duties as assigned

Essential Qualifications

• 5 years of purchasing or supply chain experience, preferably in manufacturing
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or related field
• Have a global perspective on sourcing and a mindset focused on maximizing cost-effectiveness through continuous improvement
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills
• Highly collaborative with a strong, team-oriented mindset
• Bilingual Mandarin/English is highly preferred
• Experience working in an ERP/MRP system
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite

.Why You'll Love Working Here

• Opportunity to make a real impact on the success of the company
• Be part of a team that values innovation, efficiency, and craftsmanship
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and leadership in a dynamic manufacturing environment

Pay

• $75,000 - $95,000 per year DOE

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• IRA with matching $

Working Environment

• On-site role in a production facility - daily presence on the shop floor required
• Ability to access and navigate all areas of the facilities and perform the above-mentioned essential duties
• Occasional travel will be required for training

Ready to join a company that puts people and safety first? Apply now and help us shape a safer, smarter, and more sustainable future.

Kaidi LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.