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Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

L2x Talent SolutionsWood Dale, IL, US
20 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description
  • Lead and manage all purchasing activities for both manufacturing locations, ensuring material availability aligns with production and customer schedules.
  • Develop and implement vendor performance metrics, driving accountability for on-time delivery, quality, and pricing.
  • Identify and execute cost reduction initiatives through supplier negotiations, strategic sourcing, and process improvements.
  • Optimize inventory levels in coordination with production planning and inventory control to minimize delays and excess stock.
  • Build, document, and continuously improve purchasing processes and policies, aligned with EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System) principles.
  • Lead the purchasing team – coaching, mentoring, and holding them accountable for results.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional departments (Engineering, Production, Quality, Accounting, Field Service) to resolve supply chain issues.
  • Work closely with ERP and MRP systems to execute purchasing plans; assist with future ERP conversion activities.
  • Monitor market trends and proactively identify risks and opportunities in the supply chain.
  • Support management reporting with data-driven insights on vendor performance, material costs, and lead times.

    • Qualifications :

    • Degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field OR 5+ years of professional experience in a manufacturing-based setting
    • Ability to manage all purchasing activities for metals, raw materials, and industrial components, including piping and fittings, fasteners, hydraulics, motors, pumps, and related equipment
    • Ability to oversee all purchasing activities, ensuring material availability, cost control, and alignment with production schedules
    • Ability to manage day-to-day procurement operations, issuing POs, tracking deliveries, and resolving supply chain issues to maintain production flow
    • Ability to lead cost reduction, vendor performance improvement, and strategic sourcing initiatives
    • Strong understanding and experience working within ERP / MRP systems
    • Ability to develop, negotiate, and maintain supplier partnerships focused on cost optimization, reliability, and continuous improvement
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