Amerex - Purchasing Manager
Core
Oversees and directs procurement of components, materials, MRO, and contracted services to align with production schedules, cost targets, and strategic business objectives.
Role type
Senior IC Purchasing Manager
Builds
Procurement processes, supplier relationships, and inventory strategies for a manufacturing environment
Domain
Manufacturing / Supply Chain
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Procurement process management, team leadership and coaching, inventory level optimization, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, KPI management (on-time delivery, PPV, inventory turns), cross-functional collaboration, ERP/MRP operations, material planning
Preferred skills
Microsoft D365 proficiency, new product introduction (NPI) coordination, engineering change management (ECN), obsolescence management
Technologies
MRP/ERP systems, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Microsoft D365
Responsibilities
Direct and monitor the entire procurement process including purchase order management; Lead, coach, and develop purchasing team members; Monitor open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery; Establish and maintain optimal inventory levels and safety stock strategies; Lead material planning during product lifecycle changes; Resolve supplier-related issues and drive corrective actions; Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships; Lead supplier sourcing events, RFQ/RFP processes, and contract negotiations; Manage procurement KPIs and report results to Supply Chain Manager; Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, engineering, finance, and logistics teams; Drive continuous improvement initiatives within procurement processes
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with supervisory responsibilities