Purchasing Manager

Description:

Job Summary

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading the procurement function by developing sourcing strategies, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the timely purchase of raw materials, components, equipment, and services required for manufacturing operations. This role focuses on cost optimization, quality, inventory control, and supplier performance while supporting production schedules and business objectives.

Job Description:

• Ensure timely material availability by monitoring open purchase orders, delivery schedules, and stock levels.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Select, evaluate, manage, and continuously develop national and international suppliers.
• Handle complaints, returns (RTV), and escalation of supply shortages.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate purchasing activities to maintain optimal stock while minimizing excess inventory.
• Collaborate with Production Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Warehouse, and Finance teams to support operational needs.
• Collaborate closely with production, production planning, logistics, and international sites to ensure cross-site material supply and standardized purchasing processes.
• Analyze purchasing trends, market conditions, and commodity pricing to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Evaluate supplier performance using key performance indicators (KPIs) and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies, ethical sourcing standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Manage purchase orders and oversee procurement activities through the company's ERP/MRP system.
• Lead supplier audits, business reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop contingency plans to reduce supply chain risks and minimize production disruptions.
• Prepare purchasing budgets, forecasts, and management reports.
• Supervise and develop purchasing staff, providing coaching and performance management.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 5–10 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• At least 5 years of leadership or management experience.
• Strong knowledge of procurement processes, inventory management, and supply chain principles.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems (such as SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics, or Epicor).
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively in an international environment.
• Good understanding of supply chain and inventory management.
• Strong analytical and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.