Purchasing Specialist

Description CTech Manufacturing Location: Weston, WI Department: Supply Chain / Operations Employment Type: Full-Time Position Overview CTech Manufacturing is seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Purchasing Specialist to support our manufacturing operations through strategic sourcing, purchasing, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration. This role is critical to ensuring production continuity, maintaining supplier performance, controlling costs, and supporting operational efficiency across the organization. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and brings strong technical aptitude, procurement experience, and the ability to work collaboratively with engineering, production, operations, and finance teams. Key Responsibilities Purchasing & Procurement Operations Source and purchase raw materials, components, specialty products, equipment, operational supplies, and services to support manufacturing operations Manage both commodity and non-commodity purchasing activities, including metals, engineered components, and production-related materials Create, review, and manage purchase orders while ensuring accuracy in pricing, quantities, lead times, and delivery schedules Monitor supplier performance and open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery and uninterrupted production support Evaluate supplier quotations and make purchasing decisions based on cost, quality, lead time, and operational requirements Negotiate pricing, supplier terms, and lead times to support cost savings and operational efficiency Proactively identify material shortages, supply risks, and urgent purchasing needs Build and maintain strong supplier relationships that support reliability and continuous improvement initiatives Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner closely with engineering teams to support material requirements, design changes, and new product introductions Read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, bills of materials (BOMs), and technical specifications to ensure accurate sourcing decisions Collaborate with engineering, production, warehouse, operations, and finance teams to maintain material availability and production schedules Support cost-reduction initiatives and alternative sourcing strategies without compromising quality or functionality Communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders Forecasting, Reporting & Data Analysis Utilize ERP systems, purchasing software, and advanced Excel tools to forecast material requirements and support purchasing decisions Analyze purchasing activity, supplier performance, material usage, and demand trends to identify risks and opportunities Generate and maintain reports related to purchasing activity, forecasting, supplier metrics, and operational performance Utilize advanced Excel functions including Pivot Tables, XLOOKUP, VLOOKUP, formulas, and data analysis tools Write and interpret basic SQL queries to extract and validate purchasing and operational data Maintain accurate purchasing and material data while improving reporting visibility and forecasting accuracy Supplier & Vendor Management Serve as the primary point of contact for suppliers regarding pricing, delivery schedules, order status, lead times, and performance expectations Resolve supplier-related issues including shortages, late deliveries, quality concerns, freight issues, and invoice discrepancies Participate in supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality, responsiveness, delivery, and cost savings Compliance & Documentation Ensure all purchasing activities comply with company policies, procedures, and ethical sourcing standards Maintain accurate purchasing records, supplier documentation, contracts, and supporting files Review purchasing documentation for accuracy, completeness, and compliance Requirements Education High school diploma or GED required Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Procurement, Engineering, or related field preferred Experience 2–4 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment preferred Experience purchasing commodity and non-commodity materials, including metals and engineered components Experience using ERP systems, purchasing software, and Excel reporting tools Experience supporting engineering-driven manufacturing environments preferred Skills & Abilities Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical specifications Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills Excellent communication, negotiation, and supplier relationship management abilities Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools Basic SQL knowledge preferred Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Additional Qualities Self-motivated with a strong sense of accountability and ownership Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively across departments Adaptable and responsive to changing production and operational priorities Continuous improvement mindset focused on operational efficiency and cost savings Why Join CTech Manufacturing? At CTech Manufacturing, we value innovation, teamwork, and operational excellence. We offer a collaborative work environment where employees can grow professionally while contributing to meaningful manufacturing solutions that support our customers and industry partners. CTech Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in the workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr