Novax Recruitment Group
Purchasing Manager – Steel Fabrication
Buffalo, NY
Full-time | Office-based
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
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 — To apply, either apply through LinkedIn or by sending your resume directly to jwest@novaxrecruitment.com
A variety of soft skills and experience may be required for the following role Please ensure you check the overview below carefully.
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 — To apply, either apply through LinkedIn or by sending your resume directly to jwest@novaxrecruitment.com