Purchasing Manager

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead procurement activities supporting electric motor and gear manufacturing. This role ensures cost-effective, timely, and high-quality sourcing of materials, components, tooling, and services critical to production operations.

What you will do:

• Source and manage materials such as copper windings, steel laminations, castings, bearings, magnets, electronics and related components
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to meet cost, quality, and delivery targets
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, tooling, and capacity with suppliers
• Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Planning teams
• Drive cost-reduction and supplier performance improvement initiatives
• Manage suppliers using quality, delivery, and cost metrics
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems and ensure policy and quality compliance
• Lead and develop purchasing staff, as applicable

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, Business, or related field
• 6+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Experience with mechanical or electromechanical components
• ERP/MRP and Excel proficiency; ORACLE experience preferred
• Ability to travel up to 30%; Ability to travel within the US
• Strong English communication skills, both written and verbal
• APICS certification is a definite plus