Job Description

Job Description

Purchasing Supervisor – Manufacturing

Join a world-class manufacturing company with a strong legacy in high-precision engineering. This advanced production facility specializes in critical metal components for high-performance industrial systems. The organization is seeking a Purchasing Supervisor to oversee day-to-day procurement activities and help streamline operations across the global supply chain.

Purchasing Supervisor Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise all aspects of the purchasing function to ensure timely, cost-effective acquisition of materials and services.
• Support and maintain strategic supplier relationships to meet production goals and long-term sourcing strategies.
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to quality standards, contractual agreements, and delivery timelines.
• Assist in driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance procurement efficiency, reduce risk, and control costs.
• Support procurement budgets, purchasing forecasts, and spend tracking in alignment with business needs.
• Help manage supply chain risks related to cost, quality, lead time, and inventory availability.
• Contribute to the implementation of global sourcing strategies and Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) programs.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders including operations, engineering, and quality to align sourcing with production requirements.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems to plan and execute purchasing workflows, ensuring data accuracy and timely material availability.

Purchasing Supervisor Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Materials Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation, vendor management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and strong Excel capabilities.
• Experience with global sourcing and/or VMI programs preferred.
• APICS or similar supply chain certification is a plus.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices is advantageous.

Why Apply for this Purchasing Supervisor Role?

This is a critical leadership opportunity within a high-performance manufacturing company, where your purchasing decisions directly impact production efficiency, cost control, and on-time delivery of essential components.

Apply now and suitable candidates will be contacted within 24 hours!

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