Purchasing Manager - East Lansing Area
Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS), East Lansing, MI, United States
Purchasing Manager | East Lansing, MI
Salary Range: $79,000 - $119,000 depending on experience
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement purchasing strategies to optimize cost and quality.
Manage supplier relationships, including negotiation of contracts and terms.
Oversee the procurement of raw materials, components, and MRO supplies.
Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with production to ensure material availability.
Evaluate supplier performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
Lead and mentor a team of purchasing professionals.
Recommended Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
5+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing environment
Proven track record of negotiating favorable terms and building strong supplier relationships
Strong understanding of ERP systems and procurement software
Demonstrated ability to analyze market trends and implement cost‑saving strategies
Bonus Qualifications
Additional certifications or training
Required Skills
Resume
Offers
Inventory
Supply Chain
Access
Support
Raw Materials
ERP
Salary
Hiring
Partnerships
Recruiting
Sourcing
Compensation
Supply
Supply Chain Management
Purchasing
Components
Availability
Manufacturing
Procurement
Materials
Negotiation
Administration
Preparation
Software
Business
Training
Management
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Salary Range: $79,000 - $119,000 depending on experience
Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement purchasing strategies to optimize cost and quality.
Manage supplier relationships, including negotiation of contracts and terms.
Oversee the procurement of raw materials, components, and MRO supplies.
Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with production to ensure material availability.
Evaluate supplier performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
Lead and mentor a team of purchasing professionals.
Recommended Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
5+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing environment
Proven track record of negotiating favorable terms and building strong supplier relationships
Strong understanding of ERP systems and procurement software
Demonstrated ability to analyze market trends and implement cost‑saving strategies
Bonus Qualifications
Additional certifications or training
Required Skills
Resume
Offers
Inventory
Supply Chain
Access
Support
Raw Materials
ERP
Salary
Hiring
Partnerships
Recruiting
Sourcing
Compensation
Supply
Supply Chain Management
Purchasing
Components
Availability
Manufacturing
Procurement
Materials
Negotiation
Administration
Preparation
Software
Business
Training
Management
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