Purchasing Manager - Transportation Systems

Mitsubishi - Freedom, PA

Full-time - Mid Level

Freedom, PA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Purchasing Manager for MEPPI's Transportation Systems Division is responsible for overseeing the purchasing functions, including planning, vendor management, and materials management. This role aims to maximize efficiency in purchasing activities and ensure alignment with production schedules and business requirements. The successful candidate will manage product deliveries, negotiate contracts, and maintain optimal inventory levels while leading a team to achieve company objectives.

Responsibilities

• Manage and communicate product deliveries with Mitsubishi Electric of Japan.
• Collaborate with TSD personnel on establishing delivery forecasts to support production and inventory levels.
• Analyze new unit production schedules against supplier capacity and lead times.
• Approve purchase orders as appropriate.
• Negotiate contracts, terms and conditions, and resolve conflicts regarding non-conforming materials.
• Assist TSD Sales and Marketing with material and equipment cost estimates for proposals.
• Oversee sourcing, negotiations, and procurement of capital expenditures for TSD.
• Approve purchase orders per the Company's Limits of Authority Policy.
• Review Purchasing Terms and Conditions Summaries for compliance with company policies.
• Maintain optimal inventory of production materials to support continuous production.
• Manage the purchasing and sourcing staff to achieve company objectives and develop employees through training and performance reviews.
• Review quotes, proposals, requisitions, and purchase orders for accuracy and compliance with policies.
• Collaborate with legal counsel to create legal documents and contracts for procurement.
• Place and manage purchase orders for spare parts inventories ensuring quality assurance and delivery control.
• Conduct business with other departments and suppliers in a timely and cooperative manner.
• Understand and discuss MEPPI's Quality, Safety, and Environmental Policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, or related discipline.
• 7 years of experience in purchasing, subcontracts, and/or materials coordination.
• 3 years of management experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Advanced skills in purchasing systems and techniques, including global purchasing experience.
• Ability to negotiate terms and conditions with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Ability to develop back-to-back terms and conditions for complex subsystem subcontractors.
• Advanced interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Advanced computer skills with emphasis on Microsoft Office, relational databases, and MRP/ERP systems.