Purchasing Manager

Purchasing ManagerWe are seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement operations, supplier relationships, inventory management, and purchasing strategies within a manufacturing environment. This position will provide leadership to purchasing and production planning teams while ensuring cost-effective purchasing, efficient supply chain operations, and timely delivery of materials. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in manufacturing procurement, vendor negotiations, inventory management, and team leadership.Key Responsibilities:Oversee daily purchasing operations, procurement activities, and supplier relationships.Lead, train, coach, and develop purchasing and production planning team members.Manage vendor negotiations, supplier contracts, pricing, and purchasing agreements.Develop and implement purchasing strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.Monitor inventory levels, material requirements, and purchasing needs to support production schedules.Collaborate with production teams to coordinate material availability, forecasting, and logistics.Utilize ERP systems to track purchase orders, inventory, and receipt of goods and services.Review and approve supplier quotations for new and existing materials and services.Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies, budgets, and approval procedures.Analyze purchasing data, supplier performance, and costs to identify opportunities for improvement.Manage supplier relationships and resolve purchasing, delivery, and quality issues.Support departmental budgeting, reporting, and continuous improvement initiatives.Qualifications & Requirements:Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field preferred.10+ years of progressive purchasing or procurement experience, preferably within manufacturing.Previous management or supervisory experience leading purchasing or supply chain teams.Minimum of 3 years of experience negotiating supplier contracts and purchasing agreements.Strong understanding of inventory management, cost control, production planning, and supply chain operations.Experience working with ERP systems; Microsoft Dynamics AX experience is a plus.Strong vendor management, negotiation, and contract management skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work effectively under pressure.Experience with international purchasing or suppliers is a plus.Preferred Experience:Purchasing and procurement experience within a manufacturing or production environment.Experience overseeing both purchasing and production planning functions.Knowledge of material forecasting, inventory replenishment, and logistics coordination.Experience managing multiple buyers and supply chain personnel.Proven ability to improve procurement processes, reduce costs, and strengthen vendor relationships.