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In this high-impact role, you will develop and execute international sourcing strategies, strengthen supplier partnerships, and drive cost and risk outcomes across multiple regions. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock.

Role DescriptionLead Precision Animal Health's global procurement program in Kalamazoo. In this high-impact role, you will develop and execute international sourcing strategies, strengthen supplier partnerships, and drive cost and risk outcomes across multiple regions. You'll play a foundational role in shaping how procurement enables our broader mission-building scalable Source-to-Pay (S2P) systems, influencing cross-functional strategy, and delivering measurable business outcomes. This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic sourcing leadership with hands-on execution in a fast-growing, mission-driven environment.Responsibilities· Own end-to-end Source-to-Pay (S2P): contract drafting/execution through requisitions/POs, receipt, invoicing, and on-time payment across regions.· Build and execute multi-year strategic sourcing strategies across labs, reagents, consumables, equipment, logistics, and services.· Establish and maintain strong supplier partnerships; lead performance reviews and negotiate complex contracts in collaboration with Legal.· Drive risk mitigation and compliance, ensuring alignment with legal and quality standards; implement dual-sourcing and safety-stock strategies.· Lead cost optimization through negotiation, spend analysis, and value-focused sourcing decisions.· Build and maintain procurement reporting: savings pipeline, P2P cycle time, and compliance metrics; communicate insights to stakeholders.· Partner cross-functionally with Site Operations Managers, Quality, Business Operations, Finance/Tax, and Legal to align procurement outcomes with business needs.· Collaborate with external vendors to ensure continuity of supply, strong performance, and scalable processes.Qualifications· Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, International Business, or related field.· 7+ years in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, often with international scope.· Proven experience establishing courier programs and defining SLAs.· Hands-on S2P ownership in SAP and Ariba; strong collaboration with AP.· Strong vendor contracting/negotiation skills and data-driven decision-making; experience with SAP P2P workflows.Preferred· Life sciences or manufacturing experience.Why Join Us· Build and own a global procurement function with meaningfulAbout Zoetis At <a href="https://www.zoetis.com" rel="nofollow">Zoetis</a>, our purpose is to nurture the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. As a Fortune 500 company and the world leader in animal health, we discover, develop, manufacture and commercialize vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. We know our people drive our success. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.Notice: Zoetis Recruiters will contact candidates via email from an address ending in @zoetis.com and may also initially connect with candidates through LinkedIn, including LinkedIn InMail. Zoetis does not use Gmail, Outlook, Yahoo, or other web-based/generic email domains to communicate about job opportunities, interviews, or offers of employment. If you receive a recruitment-related email message claiming to be from Zoetis that does not come from @zoetis.com, please treat it as suspicious. For your security, do not reply, click links, open attachments, share personal or financial information, or send money in response to unexpected or questionable recruitment communications.<a href="https://siteassets.zoetis.com/GlobalApplicantPrivacyNotice.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" style="color:#0000ff" target="_blank">Global Job Applicant Privacy Notice</a>

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Time Management

Vaccination

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Job Description: Purchasing Manager | Portage, MI Salary Range: $82,000 - $122,000 depending on experience Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for strategic procurement and supplier relationship management? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in Portage seeking skilled Purchasing Managers. We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out. The Opportunity We are working with companies in Portage that are adding Purchasing Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for. Key Responsibilities <ul><li>Develop and implement purchasing strategies to optimize cost and quality. </li><li>Manage supplier relationships, including negotiation of contracts and performance evaluation. </li><li>Oversee the procurement of raw materials, components, and MRO supplies. </li><li>Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with production to ensure timely material availability. </li><li>Lead and mentor a team of purchasing agents and buyers. </li><li>Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce lead times. </li></ul>Recommended Qualifications<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field. </li><li>5+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing environment. </li><li>Proven track record of negotiating complex contracts and achieving cost savings. </li><li>Strong understanding of ERP systems and procurement software (e.g., SAP, Oracle). </li><li>Demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships and drive performance improvement. </li></ul>Bonus Qualifications<ul><li>Additional certifications or training </li></ul> Job Titles That Should Apply Procurement Manager,Purchasing Director,Supply Chain Manager,Sourcing Manager,Procurement Specialist,Materials Manager,Category Manager,Vendor Manager,Contract Manager,Strategic Sourcing Manager Why The Pivot Group Network The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement. Required Skills: • Resume • Offers • Inventory • Supply Chain • Support • Cost Savings • Savings • Raw Materials • ERP • Salary • Hiring • Partnerships • Recruiting • Sourcing • Compensation • Supply • Supply Chain Management • Purchasing • Components • Availability • SAP • Manufacturing • Procurement • Oracle • Materials • Negotiation • Administration • Preparation • Software • Business • Training • Management Salary Package: $ 82,000.00 - 122,000.00 (US Dollar)

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Purchasing Manager - Portage Area

Business Administration

Category Management

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Contract Analysis

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Inventory Levels

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Oracle

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Our competitive package includes: Benefit & Retirement Plans * We offer competitive benefit programs, including: * Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost. * Monitors and evaluates supplier"s ability to meet all company and government or commercial procurement requirements and ensure that the pertinent technical and quality issues receive adequate attention in order to assure compliance.

Job Title: Purchasing Specialist
Salary Range $80,000 - 95,000
Location: Kalamazoo, MI
Area Code: 805, 820
ZIP Code: 49001
Start Date: Right Away
Keywords: #PurchasingSpecialist; #KalamazooJobs;

Benefits: 
* Medical / Health Benefits with multiple plan options, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dental and Vision 
* 401k
* On the job training / cross-training 
* Life Insurance, disability insurance
* Voluntary life insurance for family members available. 
* Accident and critical illness insurance optional. 
* Scheduled performance reviews
* Referral program

Position Summary
Obtains the best quality, service, and value for products and services through effective bidding, negotiation, and supplier management. Identifies manufacturing needs, identifies and selects suppliers, negotiates contracts, and arranges delivery. Purchases critical, complex and/or high dollar parts, equipment, services, and materials. This role will work directly with source-controlled suppliers in the areas of valves, generators, heat exchangers, rotors, motors, and/or stators.

Key Responsibilities
* Manage suppliers in a source-controlled setting to ensure the organization realizes the most effective cost with the best delivery and lead times.
* Identifies and recommends suppliers by investigating potential suppliers, researching parts, equipment, machinery, services, and materials availability. 
* Prepares statements of work for items proposed for procurement. Develops potential bidders lists and formal requests for quotation or proposal.
* Conducts supplier site visits and evaluates them as to production capability, performance, delivery, and other key business criteria. 
* May support or lead supplier certification surveys as part of a technical and/or quality team.
* Evaluates proposals from potential suppliers. Selects suppliers for a variety of highly complex or technical materials, supplies or services and negotiates price, delivery, quality and service. Develops alternate sources of supply by identifying and researching prospective suppliers.
* Negotiates final terms and conditions of purchase, awards and administers the procurement contract to conclusion. Maintains accurate lead times for assigned area. 
* Issues purchase orders and agreements that accurately reflect price, schedule, terms, and conditions as negotiated with suppliers. 
* May include orders with international suppliers and/or subcontractors involving import/export trade.
* Monitors and evaluates supplier performance. Determines and implements corrective actions to resolve impending supplier failure to fulfill contractual agreements that may delay production or delivery. 
* Resolves shipment quality discrepancies by mediating supplier/manufacturing issues. Facilitates inspections, substitutions, and standardization by arranging and participating in conferences between suppliers and company personnel.
* Negotiates and settles damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes with suppliers.
* Monitors and evaluates supplier"s ability to meet all company and government or commercial procurement requirements and ensure that the pertinent technical and quality issues receive adequate attention in order to assure compliance.
* Prepares complex reports and analyses by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
* Applies continuous improvement techniques and methods to internal processes and systems. Develops, coordinates, and implements improvement initiatives with key suppliers. 
* Recommends actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses. Analyzes proposed changes in methods and materials. May lead or be assigned to a special project team.
* Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing trade publications, establishing networks, and/or participating in professional associations.
* Complies with federal, state, and aerospace industry regulations; ensures adherence to requirements and advises management on needed actions. Complies with Government/Commercial Practices Manual (GPM/CPM) policies and procedures.
* May provide leadership to others in department. Acts as prime contact on high level projects. Establishes goals and objectives required to complete projects. Trains and mentors less experienced employees.
* Shares specialized knowledge with others. Represents company on high-level projects. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include cross-functional or project team responsibilities (e.g. continuous improvement).

Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree (BA) in Business Administration, or related field, and experience which has provided both theoretical and practical knowledge in the field.
* Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through six or more years of increasingly responsible related experience.
* Certificate in Purchasing Management (CPM) or APICS desired.
* Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Experience managing source-controlled suppliers in an aerospace environment.
* Thorough knowledge of purchasing and negotiating methods, principles and concepts.
* Knowledge of industry practices, general business operations, and policies.
* Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to procurement.
* Ability to effectively assess and implement continuous improvement principles and techniques.
* Proficient with standard business application software and specialized purchasing and/or materials systems (e.g. electronic data interface (EDI) or manufacturing resource planning (MRP) systems).
* Ability to work on a variety of problems of diverse scope and complexity where analysis and evaluation of various outcomes require trade-offs.
* Ability to solve a wide range of difficult problems in imaginative and practical ways and evaluate alternative solutions that may require coordination across multiple teams.
* Ability to establish goals and objectives to complete projects.
* Ability to read, analyze, and interpret policies and recommend changes to procedures.
* Ability to effectively communicate and present information to suppliers, team members, team leaders, and top management.
* Ability to respond to significant inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
* Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
* Ability to negotiate effectively to obtain best prices and terms on products, materials, and services.
* Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities.

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total compensation package.
 Come join the Our Aerospace Team! We are proud to offer competitive compensation, including participation in annual incentive programs, and benefits designed with health, wealth, and well-being in mind. Our competitive package includes:
Benefit & Retirement Plans
* We offer competitive benefit programs, including:
* Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
* 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
* Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
* Career development and tuition reimbursement
* Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
* Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
* Paid Time Off and up to 15 Company-Paid Holidays.

Our Purpose Opportunities (Social Responsibility):
* Business Resource Groups promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
* Engagement activities celebrated throughout the year. Examples include Internal Career Day, FYE Celebration, anniversary recognition events, employee appreciation week, veteran appreciation, and more!
* Our Foundation provides access to donation matching, disaster relief, charitable organization funding, and paid volunteer hours.

If you are interested in this role, please apply via the apply now link provided. Our overriding goal is to provide quality staffing solutions that help people, organizations, and communities succeed. Belcan is a leading provider of qualified personnel to many of the world's most respected enterprises. We offer excellent opportunities for contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct assignments. We are the employer of choice for thousands worldwide. For more information, please visit our website at Belcan.com

Belcan is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Belcan

Purchasing Specialist

APICS (Association for Operations Management)

Aerospace and Defense

Analysis Skills

Bidding

Business Solutions

Communication Skills

Comparative Analysis

Conferences

Continuous Improvement

Contract Management

Corrective Action

Data Analysis

Data Collection

Electronic Data Interchange (EDI)

Equipment Maintenance/Repair

Government

Heat Exchanger

Import/Export

Industry/Trade Press

Maintain Compliance

Manufacturing Resource Planning (MRP II)

Needs Assessment

Performance Goal Setting

Policy Analysis

Purchase Orders

Regulations

Regulatory Requirements

Reporting Skills

Request for Proposals (RFP)

Sales Prospecting

Set Goals

Statement of Work (SOW)

Team Lead/Manager

Technical Writing

Trend Analysis

Vendor/Supplier Evaluation

Vendor/Supplier Sourcing

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