Purchasing Manager- Manufacturing/Operations (61149)

Purchasing Manager – Manufacturing Operations- Industrial Bakery Equipment

Reading Bakery Systems (RBS) | Reading, PA

Reading Bakery Systems (RBS) designs and manufactures industrial baking equipment used by leading snack food producers around the world. As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager who is hands-on, people-focused, and motivated by the opportunity to lead change in a complex manufacturing environment. 

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing, the Purchasing Manager will take ownership of procuring the commercial components that go into each of our configure-to-order machines.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of 4-6 buyers and supply chain professionals.
• Establish clear priorities, workflows, and performance expectations
• Personally manage capital equipment and other high-value purchases
• Strengthen supplier relationships and improve delivery, cost, and quality performance
• Partner closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Project Management, and Finance
• Improve purchasing processes, documentation, and ERP data accuracy
• Support domestic and international logistics coordination

What We’re Looking For

• A bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, engineering, or a related field
• A minimum of 5-8 years of leadership experience in purchasing, logistics, business operations, general management, or supply chain within a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on experience leading, coaching, and developing team members, with a strong, people-first leadership approach
• Experience in custom, engineered, or make-to-order manufacturing
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications
• ERP/MRP experience (SAP, Epicor, Oracle, Dynamics, or similar)
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative leadership style

Preferred: Supply chain certifications (CSCP, CPIM, ISM), lean experience, Microsoft Dynamics 365