Purchasing Manager / Materials Manager(Metals)

Job Description

Job Description

Role: Purchasing Manager / Materials Manager(Metals)
Location: Pottstown, PA
Job Type: Full-Time, On-Site
Schedule: Monday-Friday

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager / Materials Manager to oversee procurement, strategic sourcing, vendor management, and inventory control within a manufacturing or metal fabrication environment.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience purchasing steel, sheet metal, tubing, and other metals , negotiating supplier contracts, controlling material costs, and ensuring timely material availability to support production schedules. Customer service experience is a plus.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and purchase raw materials , including steel, sheet metal, structural tubing, metal components, and hardware.

• Develop and maintain relationships with metals suppliers, distributors, and service centers.

• Negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost savings and reliable supply.

• Forecast material requirements in coordination with production and operations teams.

• Monitor inventory levels and ensure materials are available to prevent production delays.

• Create, process, track, and reconcile purchase orders using ERP/MRP systems.

• Monitor supplier performance, pricing, lead times, and material availability.

• Coordinate with quality teams to review material certifications and resolve supplier quality issues or shipment discrepancies.

• Track incoming shipments and coordinate deliveries to meet production requirements.

• Analyze purchasing costs, inventory data, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for improvement.

• Communicate with suppliers and internal departments to resolve purchasing, delivery, and material-related issues.

• Support customer service activities when needed, including order-related communication and coordination.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or materials management within manufacturing or metal fabrication.

• Hands-on experience purchasing metals , particularly steel, sheet metal, tubing, or related raw materials.

• Strong knowledge of metal suppliers, distributors, sourcing practices, and material procurement.

• Experience negotiating supplier pricing, contracts, and delivery terms.

• Experience managing purchase orders, inventory levels, and material availability.

• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Excel.

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Effective communication and cross-functional coordination skills.

• Ability to work on-site in Pottstown, PA, Monday through Friday.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related technical field.

• Experience in metal fabrication, CNC manufacturing, industrial manufacturing, or metal distribution.

• Knowledge of steel grades, material specifications, material certifications, and raw material tracking.

• Experience with cost analysis, inventory optimization, and supplier performance management.

• Customer service experience , particularly in a manufacturing, metals, distribution, or industrial environment.

• Experience coordinating with production, quality, logistics, and sales teams.

Benefits

Benefits include:

• Health insurance

• Dental insurance

• Vision insurance

• 401(k) matching

• Paid time off

• Holiday pay

\nCompany Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.\r\n\r\nWe’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.\r\n\r\nOur Services\r\nW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization’s staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.\r\n\r\nWe specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, and temporary positions for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.\r\n\r\nWe are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.\r\n\r\nOur Expertise\r\nW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company’s unique needs.\r\n\r\nAs a W3Global client, you’ll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.