Head of Supply Chain and Procurement

Evan Richardson with Connexa Search Group is working with a well-established, privately held manufacturer in the Greenville area to find their next Purchasing Manager. This role owns strategic sourcing, procurement, inventory control, and material planning for a metal fabrication manufacturing operation. You will ensure raw materials, components, and services are available to support uninterrupted production while optimizing inventory levels and improving supply chain efficiency. This is a highly visible role reporting to the Director of Manufacturing with direct influence over cost, working capital, and production continuity.
Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for metals, equipment, components, and services based on quality, cost, and delivery performance
Develop inventory strategies that optimize stock levels while minimizing carrying costs and obsolescence
Forecast material requirements using production schedules, customer demand, and historical usage
Conduct inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciliations
Partner with production, engineering, and planning teams to align material availability with manufacturing schedules
Lead and develop inventory, warehouse, and materials personnel
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field preferred
5+ years of experience in purchasing, inventory management, supply chain, or materials management
Experience in steel, metal fabrication, or industrial manufacturing strongly preferred
Strong understanding of raw material planning, commodity purchasing, and inventory control
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and inventory software
Prior leadership experience managing warehouse, purchasing, or materials teams preferred
If this sounds like a fit, reach out to ***email_hidden*** or send a message directly.

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