Purchasing Manager

U.S. Subsidiary of an Italian Packaging Equipment Manufacturer seeking an experienced Purchasing Buyer / Inventory Manager to oversee purchasing and supplier sourcing for fabricated parts and components (stainless steel, aluminum, plastics) used in packaging machinery. This is a hands-on role in a

• small, locally-based operation
• with a collaborative, team-oriented culture.

Find out if this opportunity is a good fit by reading all of the information that follows below.

Key Responsibilities :

Manage end-to-end purchasing : RFQs, POs, delivery tracking, and vendor invoicing.

Ownership of sourcing, purchasing, and inventory management.

Identify, qualify, and negotiate with domestic suppliers for machined and fabricated components.

Monitor inventory levels and align purchasing with production needs, including

setting up and managing min / max stock levels

Track supplier performance and implement improvements as needed.

Collaborate with engineering and operations to ensure material quality, availability, and proper QA on mechanical parts.

Read and understand mechanical drawings and verify measurements of parts received.

Work hands-on with the team in a small, fast-paced local operation.

Must-Haves :

Extremely

analytical

with strong problem-solving skills.

Understanding of

mechanical parts

and ability to perform

quality assurance checks

Ability to

read mechanical drawings

and

check measurements

accurately.

Hands-on, team-player mindset due to small local operation culture.

Proficiency in

QuickBooks and Excel

for reporting, tracking, and analysis.

Experience with

inventory management

, including establishing min / max levels.

Qualifications :

3–5 years' experience in purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain (manufacturing preferred).

Strong

procurement background

, including supplier negotiation, cost analysis, and vendor qualification.

Knowledge of fabrication or machined parts sourcing preferred.

Experience with contract manufacturing or vendor management a plus.

Familiarity with import / export regulations and tariffs a plus.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $75,000.00 - $82,000.00 per year

Benefits :

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Work Location : In person