Description:Weco is a value-added single-source contract manufacturer of machined components, finished fabricated sheet metal, and assembled metal products. Our three facilities encompass all aspects of metal product manufacturing including our own on-site finishing with powder, paint, and graphics capability. We serve the OEM Industrial, Healthcare/Medical Device, Aerospace/Defense, Renewable Energy, and Electronics by manufacturing both conventional and the most technically demanding items.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunity to work with a team of talented professionals.
- Chance to make a significant impact on the company's bottom line.
- Challenging and rewarding work environment.
The Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and negotiating materials and services for the manufacturing department for all facilities This position requires a strong understanding of supply chain management, as well as the ability to negotiate effectively with suppliers.
The ideal candidate will be a highly motivated and results-oriented individual with a proven track record of success in a manufacturing environment. The goal is to optimize procurement operations, drive cost savings, and maintain high-quality standards in materials procurement.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement procurement strategies to meet the company's material needs.
- Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and establish strong vendor relationships.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand material requirements and specifications.
- Monitor market trends and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
- Identify and qualify suppliers for manufacturing materials and services.
- Develop and manage relationships with suppliers.
- Negotiate contracts for materials and services.
- VMI pricing for commodities (sheet metal, bar stock, hardware and consumables)
- Source and purchase materials and services in a timely and cost-effective manner.
- Monitor inventory and purchasing activity to ensure we do not carry more inventory than necessary while also ensuring that required materials are available when needed by production.
- Work with the manufacturing team to ensure that materials and services meet quality standards.
- Maintain accurate records of all purchasing transactions.
- Prepare reports on purchasing activities.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field required.
- At least 5 years of experience in purchasing required.
- 5-10 years of experience in manufacturing purchasing preferred.
- Strong understanding of supply chain management principles.
- Epicor system experience preferred.
- Good understanding of fabrication and machining process in a contract manufacturing environment with low to medium volume.
- Excellent negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to manage and build a team to support all facilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) is a must.
Pay: $84,823.00 - $104,216.00 per year