What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervisor, Purchasing position at Linamar Corporation?
Job Description
Job Title: Purchasing Supervisor
Job Summary
The Purchasing Supervisor oversees the day-to-day purchasing operations for Linamar Structures Southfield. This role manages a team of three Buyers and is responsible for ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and timely procurement of materials, components, and services that support production and facility operations. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader who drives supplier performance, cost savings, and continuous improvement within the purchasing function.
Responsibility
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.
Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.
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Job Title: Purchasing Supervisor
Job Summary
The Purchasing Supervisor oversees the day-to-day purchasing operations for Linamar Structures Southfield. This role manages a team of three Buyers and is responsible for ensuring efficient, cost-effective, and timely procurement of materials, components, and services that support production and facility operations. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader who drives supplier performance, cost savings, and continuous improvement within the purchasing function.
Responsibility
- Lead, coach, and develop a team of three Buyers to achieve department and plant objectives.
- Assign and prioritize workloads, ensuring alignment with production schedules and business needs.
- Conduct performance reviews, provide feedback, and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
- Oversee all purchasing activities to ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, equipment, and services.
- Approve purchase orders, supplier selections, and contract terms within defined authority limits.
- Support cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and process improvement initiatives.
- Ensure effective use of ERP/MRP systems for procurement and inventory management accuracy.
- Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure reliable supply, quality, and delivery performance.
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and long-term agreements to achieve cost savings and strengthen supplier partnerships.
- Evaluate supplier performance and implement corrective actions when needed.
- Identify and qualify new suppliers to reduce risk and improve supply chain resiliency.
- Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, ethical standards, and internal controls.
- Drive process improvements to enhance efficiency, transparency, and spend visibility.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Engineering, and Finance to support plant objectives.
- Track and report key purchasing metrics including spend analysis, cost savings, and supplier performance.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered).
- 5 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment (automotive industry preferred).
- 2 years of supervisory or team leadership experience.
- Strong leadership, communication, and team development skills
- Proven ability to negotiate and manage supplier relationships effectively.
- Proficient with ERP/MRP systems.
- Excellent analytical and organizational abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Competitive Compensation
- Employee Benefits package includes but not limited to, Drug, Dental & Vision etc.
- Opportunities for career advancement.
- Sustainability Counsel
- Community based outreach supporting both local and global initiatives and charities.
- Discounts for local vendors and events, including auto supplier discounts.
Linamar Corporation is a Canadian-founded global manufacturer, renowned for its advanced engineering and innovative product development across diverse industries and markets. Our journey started in 1966 under the visionary leadership of our founder, and today, we remain committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and collaboration.
With access to state-of-the-art tools and resources, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact alongside a team of driven and passionate professionals. Join us and be part of a company where innovation, collaboration, and growth are at the heart of everything we do.
Linamar Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and encourages diversity in the workplace without regard to any basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Linamar Corporation encourages applications from all qualified individuals and will reasonably accommodate applicants throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process upon request.
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