Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager / Buyer - Chemicals

Position Overview

M-Team Solutions is seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to oversee the procurement of chemicals, raw materials, packaging products, and other supplies essential to manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for vendor management, cost control, forecasting material needs, ensuring inventory availability, and maintaining compliance with purchasing and safety standards. The ideal candidate has strong experience in industrial or chemical purchasing, understands supply chain dynamics, and thrives in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

Material Procurement & Inventory Management

• Source, purchase, and manage inventory of chemicals, resins, additives, packaging materials, plastic / metal pails, lids, and related containers.
• Maintain optimal inventory levels by monitoring stock, usage rates, lead times, and production schedules.
• Ensure all materials meet quality, safety, and specification requirements for production.
• Coordinate with production, engineering, quality, and R&D teams to support changing material needs.

Vendor & Supplier Relations

Cost Control & Budget Management

Compliance & Documentation

Operational Coordination

Qualifications

Required

Preferred