Novax Recruitment Group
? Purchasing Manager – Steel Fabrication
? Buffalo, NY
? Full-time | Office-based
?We're seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead steel operations for our fabrication projects in Buffalo, NY. In this office-based role, you'll manage supplier relationships, negotiate pricing and delivery terms, monitor market trends, and ensure timely material flow to meet production schedules
✅What You’ll Be Doing
- Build and manage strong supplier relationships with steel mills, processors, and stockholders
- Negotiate best pricing, terms, and delivery schedules
- Monitor steel market trends and material forecasts to drive procurement strategy
- Ensure timely delivery of material to fabrication shop and job sites
- Track and manage purchase orders, inventory levels, and shipping schedules
- Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and the shop floor to align material needs with production timelines
?What We’re Looking For
- 5+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement within structural or industrial steel
- Deep knowledge of steel sections, plate, and mill lead times
- Ability to read fabrication schedules and shop drawings (a bonus)
- Strong negotiation, communication, and planning skills
- ERP or procurement system experience preferred (e.g. STRUMIS, Tekla EPM, Viewpoint, etc.)
? Apply now —
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