Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager


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Purchasing Manager

Job details

Posted
30 September 2026


Salary
USD 140000


Start date
05 October 2026


LocationUnited States of America


Job type Permanent


Discipline Industrial Manufacturing


Reference170255


Job Function Buyer

Job description

Title:

Purchasing Manager

Location:

Mooresboro, NC

Industry:

metals, industrial chemicals recycling and manufacturing

Status:

full-time, direct hire, salaried

Pay:

$125-145k plus up to 15% performance bonus paid annually

Direct reports:

2 (buyer, senior buyer)

Hours:

Mon-Fri 8-5

Responsibilities:

o Leading strategic analysis/ project execution of Procurement team

o Process analysis and improvement

o Ensuring internal & external relevant data collection

o Commodity & market analysis; cost modeling & analysis

o Sourcing, award, & execute across facility

o Contract administration & compliance monitoring


· Oversee the development and implementation of procurement strategy for vendors and suppliers (based on selection, price, quality, delivery dates, service, relationship, and past performance).

· Ensure all written inquiries and verbal quotes administered by purchasing department for vendor supplied items comply with job requisitions and specifications.

· Review and analyze purchasing department purchase orders, bid proposals, requisitions for goods and services, and ensure all required documentation for purchases is received.

· Research price proposals, financial reports, and other data to stay current with changes in business practices and market conditions to determine reasonable prices.

· Negotiate terms and conditions for purchase orders, including long-term purchases for consistently required equipment and materials and administer such contracts.

· Negotiate equipment rental agreements with vendors. Manage third-party rental contracts, awards, renewals, and terminations.

· Review and analyze contracts for appropriate verbiage, proposals, pricing and terms of service.

Requirements:

· 8+ Years Procurement experience

· Extensive experience with JD Edwards (or related) and Coupa procurement systems

· Demonstrated responsibility for managing purchasing operations in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment (chemicals, metals, raw materials, construction, pharmaceutical, oil & gas)

· Experience working with vendors to ensure timely and accurate delivery of equipment and materials.

· Demonstrated skills, experience, and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, and Excel).

· High energy level to handle dynamic, evolving, and fast-paced work environment.

· Excellent analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills.

· Ability to work independently, without direct supervision.

· Excellent communication skills, able to deal diplomatically and communicate effectively with internal and external customers.

· Detail oriented, with excellent organization and follow-up skills.

· Initiative; self-motivated (driven), self-starter.

· Professional demeanor and positive, caring attitude.

Must be authorized to work in the US for any employer, regardless of authorization or visa transfer

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test, background check, and physical to be eligible for hire

_We are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law._


We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.