Manufacturing Purchasing Manager

Position Overview:

The Manufacturing Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement of raw materials, equipment, and supplies necessary for steel mill equipment manufacturing operations. This role involves negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, ensuring timely delivery of materials, and maintaining cost efficiency without compromising quality. Additionally, this role coordinates outbound shipping of finished goods in conjunction with sales and assists in shared receiving responsibilities with Production Manager. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, excellent negotiation abilities, and a deep understanding of the manufacturing industry, possibly a background in the steel industry or machining background .

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Sourcing and Procurement:
• Develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure the timely and cost-effective supply of materials.
• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers based on quality, cost, and reliability.
• Understand ordering and production lead times as it pertains to ordering & delivering purchased parts to the shop in coordination with production schedule

• Supplier Management:
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing agreements with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve any issues related to delivery, quality, or cost to avoid disruptions to production
• Build and maintain a network of suppliers establishing measures for relationships leading to consistent, cost-effective, and nimble supply chains.

• Inventory Management:
• Collaborate with production and accounting to manage inventory levels and ensure the availability of materials.
• Implement inventory control systems to optimize stock levels and reduce waste.

• Cost Management:
• Analyze market trends to anticipate changes in supply and pricing.
• Continuously seek ways to reduce procurement costs while maintaining quality standards.

• Compliance and Risk Management:
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations, standards, and company policies.
• Identify potential risks in the supply chain and develop mitigation strategies.

• Team Leadership:
• Lead and develop a small team including “cage” and “material handler”
• Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment working closely with Production Manager, team leads and supervisors to ensure timely delivery of product to customers

Qualifications:

• Education:
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. Master’s degree is preferred.
• Experience:
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing environment
• Proven track record of successful supplier negotiations and cost management.
• Skills:
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational skills
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
• Proficiency in procurement software and inventory management systems.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Ability to delegate tasks when necessary to ensure best usage of time and resources

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certifications such as Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP).
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma.

Work Environment:

• This position is typically based in an office setting but may require occasional travel to supplier sites and manufacturing facilities.
• Work across departments to ensure machined parts are ordered correctly and delivered on time to shop for production.

Application Process:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter detailing their qualifications and experience relevant to this role.