Procurement Manager- Machining- Northfield, NH

We are seeking an experienced supply chain professional to lead procurement, materials management, inventory control, receiving, warehousing, and supplier performance for a highly respected precision manufacturing organization. This role will be responsible for ensuring material availability, improving supplier relationships, reducing costs, and supporting operational excellence across the facility.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established manufacturer serving highly regulated and technically demanding industries. The organization specializes in producing precision-engineered products and components that support critical applications for customers across North America. Known for its commitment to quality, operational excellence, and continuous improvement, the company has built a strong reputation through long-standing customer relationships and a culture focused on innovation, accountability, and employee development.

Description

• Lead purchasing activities including supplier management, purchase orders, material availability, and expediting efforts.
• Oversee receiving, warehousing, inventory control, material movement, and shipping operations.
• Develop sourcing strategies for raw materials, components, tooling, subcontract services, and operational supplies.
• Negotiate supplier pricing, terms, lead times, and service agreements.
• Monitor supplier quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost performance while driving continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and operations teams to identify and qualify new suppliers and materials.
• Drive inventory accuracy through cycle counting, inventory controls, Kanban programs, and material planning processes.
• Identify opportunities to reduce lead times, inventory levels, working capital requirements, and overall procurement costs.
• Maintain accurate ERP/MRP data and improve supply chain processes across the organization.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a team responsible for purchasing, inventory, and material management activities.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

A successful Procurement Manager should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Business, Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• 7 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, inventory management, or materials leadership within a manufacturing environment.
• Prior experience leading teams and managing performance.
• Strong understanding of sourcing, purchasing, inventory management, logistics, and ERP/MRP systems.
• Proven negotiation, analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CPM, CSCP, or similar are highly desirable.

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary with performance-based bonus opportunity
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) with company contribution
• Generous paid time off and company holidays
• Opportunity to lead a critical function within a growing manufacturing organization
• High visibility with executive leadership and influence over strategic business decisions
• Collaborative culture focused on continuous improvement and operational excellence
• Significant opportunity for professional growth and advancement
• Stable organization with a strong reputation for quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction
  

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.