Purchasing Manager      

Industry: Automotive Fabrication & Rebuilding

Employment Type: Full-Time

A rapidly growing, innovation-driven automotive solutions company is seeking a dynamic Purchasing Manager to join its operations team at a high-performance manufacturing facility. This person will be instrumental in optimizing material flow and inventory management, driving a top-notch production operation. With strong backing from executive leadership and a commitment to lean manufacturing, this is a highly visible position with significant impact on business success and future growth.

If you're driven to optimize supply chain operations, including materials flow, procurement, and inventory control, and you excel in a fast-paced team setting, this opportunity could be your perfect fit.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of materials planners and buyers responsible for procurement, vendor coordination, and production materials support.
• Maintain and evolve Kanban systems to align with production schedules, including new product introduction and capacity planning.
• Direct the purchasing and inventory management of production materials, components, and finished goods.
• Work closely with vendors to negotiate favorable pricing, delivery schedules, and stable long-term supply agreements.
• Manage transportation and logistics activities, enhancing efficiency and performance for both incoming and outgoing shipments.
• Establish and monitor key metrics tied to on-time delivery, cost reduction, quality, and supplier performance.
• Drive accountability and process improvement in the ERP system related to materials management and purchasing.
• Reduce costs and improve procurement efficiencies through data-driven purchasing strategies.
• Champion LEAN principles across inventory control, procurement, shipping, and receiving functions.
• Work closely with production, operations, and leadership teams to anticipate materials requirements and minimize supply chain disruptions.

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Operations Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in materials management or logistics leadership within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with MRP/ERP systems, production planning, and inventory management.
• Strong background working with LEAN and Kanban practices in a hands-on production setting.
• Excellent communication and team leadership abilities, with a demonstrated ability to drive results through others.
• Adept at vendor negotiations, procurement planning, and supplier relationship management.
• Tech-savvy with advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and data analysis.
• High attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and ability to pivot quickly in a changing environment.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary with 10% annual bonus potential
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Supportive leadership and growth opportunities in a high-performance environment

Why Apply?

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, manufacturing setting and wants to play a critical part in scaling a highly respected operation. The company offers a stable environment where your leadership will be recognized, and your process improvement initiatives will have a direct impact on production success and company growth. Join a team that values forward-thinking solutions and collaboration - and take your career to the next level.

About Blue Signal:  

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