Are you a strategic, hands-on supply chain leader ready to make an impact? Were 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.
What Youll Do
As Purchasing Manager, youll be the key driver of sourcing strategy and supplier performance.
Youll:
- 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:
- Bachelors 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.