Job Title: Purchasing Manager
Job Description

The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for leading the purchasing team and overseeing all procurement activities. This role involves planning and managing the work of buyers, negotiating with suppliers, and establishing strategic partnerships to ensure optimal pricing, quality, and lead times for all purchased items and services.

ResponsibilitiesPlan and oversee the work of all buyers, both on-site and off-site.Train and develop buyers in all locations.Work with suppliers to secure the best combination of price, quality, and lead time for all purchases. This includes negotiating pricing, delivery, payment terms, and cancellation/return/warranty policies.Establish strategic partnership agreements with key suppliers.Support all purchasing activities, including procurement, component issues, and material returns.Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure required performance in on-time delivery, quality, and competitive pricing. Establish and maintain supplier scorecards to maintain/improve supplier performance.Provide visibility on component order status/receipt to all internal stakeholders.Coordinate with Engineering and Mechanical/Electrical Design functions to identify opportunities for product training or technical information sessions.Collaborate with other department employees and the Global Director of Supply Chain to identify and implement process improvement opportunities that increase efficiency, better utilize resources, and reduce costs.Perform other work as assigned to support projects and customer expectations.Follow all safety rules and policies.Ability to travel as required, both domestically and internationally.Play an active role in identifying and driving Continuous Improvement (CI) opportunities.Essential SkillsBachelor’s degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience.5 years of experience in a purchasing or procurement-related role.2 years of experience in a managerial or supervisory role with direct reports.Experience working in an ERP/MRP/APS environment.Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.Ability to analyze planning information.Experience in contract negotiations.Strategic sourcing skills.Willingness and ability to learn at a challenging pace and in a changing environment.Additional Skills & QualificationsAwareness of and prior experience with implementing Continuous Improvement (CI) is a plus.Prior Lean/Six Sigma experience is a plus.Strong problem-solving skills.Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the company structure.Self-starter, organized, highly adaptive, flexible, and able to work with minimal supervision.Strong attention to detail.Work Environment

The position is based in an office environment, overseeing a team of about 5 buyers/purchasers. The role is fully onsite with working hours from Monday to Friday, 8 AM to 5 PM. The position may involve up to 25% travel.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $120000.00/yr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Bethlehem,PA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 28, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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