Express Employment Professionals of Holland/Muskegon
Purchasing Manager
Express Employment Professionals of Holland/Muskegon, Cadillac, Michigan, United States, 49601
Are you a strategic, hands-on supply chain leader ready to make an impact? We’re searching for a
Purchasing Manager
to join a growing manufacturing team in the Cadillac area. This is a
direct hire opportunity
with competitive pay, excellent stability, and the chance to lead procurement strategy in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.
What You’ll Do As Purchasing Manager, you’ll be the key driver of sourcing strategy and supplier performance.
You’ll: Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with organizational goals. Manage solicitations, RFQs, long-term agreements, and supplier negotiations. Oversee government material purchases while ensuring
FAR & DFAR compliance . Monitor inventory levels and forecast material needs to maintain production continuity. Lead supplier development, performance evaluations, and risk management. Support internal and external audits with detailed procurement documentation. Champion
continuous improvement initiatives
that reduce costs, improve lead times, and strengthen supply resilience.
What You Bring: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field. 5+ years of purchasing/supply chain experience, ideally in manufacturing. Strong knowledge of contract law, negotiations, and supplier management. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite. High-level analytical and problem-solving ability. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to travel up to 10% (domestic and international).
Preferred but not required: CPSM, APICS, or CSCP certification. Cost analysis or manufacturing experience. Knowledge of government procurement compliance.
Why Apply This is a chance to step into a high-visibility leadership role where your expertise will directly impact production success and supplier partnerships. If you thrive on strategy, problem-solving, and driving measurable results in supply chain management, this opportunity is built for you.
Purchasing Manager
to join a growing manufacturing team in the Cadillac area. This is a
direct hire opportunity
with competitive pay, excellent stability, and the chance to lead procurement strategy in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.
What You’ll Do As Purchasing Manager, you’ll be the key driver of sourcing strategy and supplier performance.
You’ll: Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with organizational goals. Manage solicitations, RFQs, long-term agreements, and supplier negotiations. Oversee government material purchases while ensuring
FAR & DFAR compliance . Monitor inventory levels and forecast material needs to maintain production continuity. Lead supplier development, performance evaluations, and risk management. Support internal and external audits with detailed procurement documentation. Champion
continuous improvement initiatives
that reduce costs, improve lead times, and strengthen supply resilience.
What You Bring: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field. 5+ years of purchasing/supply chain experience, ideally in manufacturing. Strong knowledge of contract law, negotiations, and supplier management. Proficiency in ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office Suite. High-level analytical and problem-solving ability. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to travel up to 10% (domestic and international).
Preferred but not required: CPSM, APICS, or CSCP certification. Cost analysis or manufacturing experience. Knowledge of government procurement compliance.
Why Apply This is a chance to step into a high-visibility leadership role where your expertise will directly impact production success and supplier partnerships. If you thrive on strategy, problem-solving, and driving measurable results in supply chain management, this opportunity is built for you.