Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

LHH is seeking a Purchasing Manager for our client, a consumer products company in East Haven, CT. This individual will be responsible for purchasing packaging materials, components, and related supplies that support manufacturing and distribution operations. The Purchasing Manager will manage vendor relationships, negotiate pricing, monitor inventory levels, and ensure the timely delivery of packaging products to support production schedules and customer demand.

Procurement & Purchasing

• Source and purchase packaging materials, cartons, labels, corrugated products, plastic components, and other production-related supplies.
• Prepare, issue, and manage purchase orders and supplier agreements.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment activities to maintain uninterrupted production operations.
• Track supplier lead times, product availability, and delivery schedules.

Vendor Management

• Develop and maintain relationships with packaging suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution partners.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and service agreements to maximize value and control costs.
• Evaluate supplier performance related to quality, delivery, and responsiveness.

Cost Control & Analysis

• Analyze purchasing trends and material costs to identify savings opportunities.
• Partner with operations and finance teams to support budget and inventory objectives.
• Assist with demand forecasting and procurement planning.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with production, warehouse, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure material availability.
• Proactively address supply shortages, delays, and inventory issues.
• Support new product launches and packaging updates by coordinating material procurement.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier files, contracts, and purchase orders.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and quality standards.
• Generate reports on purchasing activity, inventory levels, and supplier performance.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or inventory management.
• Experience purchasing packaging materials, consumer products, or manufacturing-related supplies preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with ERP systems and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing or consumer products environment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Salary: $90,000

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Pay Details: $40.00 to $45.00 per hour

Search managed by: Matthew Doman

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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