Purchasing Manager/Procurement Manager

$80,000 - $150,000/Yr

Emerald Resource Group - Detroit, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Detroit, MI

Administrative and Support Services

About the position

The Purchasing Manager/Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing procurement activities related to rubber compounds, rubber mixing ingredients, and plastic resins. This role involves strategic planning to meet material cost goals and requires strong negotiation skills and supplier relationship management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the procurement of rubber compounds and plastic resins.
• Lead the development and execution of negotiation strategies with suppliers.
• Ensure buyers demonstrate strong competencies in problem-solving, negotiation, and quote analysis.
• Build and maintain collaborative relationships with program teams globally and locally.
• Initiate corrective actions to address nonconformities in products, processes, and systems.
• Review and finalize sourcing recommendations from program buyers.
• Focus on lowering Bill of Materials costs through effective product development management and design changes.
• Align customer requirements across the supply base and develop material value driver projects.
• Create and implement commodity and supplier strategies in partnership with engineering and program buyers.
• Manage supplier negotiations to ensure the best costs for new business opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in industrial purchasing and supervisory roles.
• Strong understanding of purchasing methods, theories, and legal aspects.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to foster supplier relationships and conduct cost analysis effectively.
• Professional certifications such as CPM or CPIM are very desirable.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance