Manufacturing Purchasing Specialist: Sourcing & Negotiation

London Approach; Conshohocken (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

London Approach in Conshohocken, PA is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to support purchasing operations in a fast-paced environment. You will source products, negotiate pricing, manage vendor relationships, and align purchases with production schedules.

The role requires 3–5+ years in purchasing, hands-on ERP experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. This is a contract-to-hire position located on-site in Conshohocken, PA with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems.
• Exposure to production scheduling is a plus.
• Strong vendor management, sourcing, and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage high volumes of purchasing transactions in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage high-volume purchasing activities, sourcing materials, products, and supplies to support manufacturing and production operations.
• Identify and evaluate vendors, negotiate pricing, and establish strong supplier relationships.
• Review pricing, assess purchasing needs, and identify opportunities for cost savings and bulk purchasing.
• Exercise sound judgment when determining purchasing quantities, balancing cost efficiencies with inventory needs and production demand.
• Collaborate with vendors, production teams, plant personnel, and internal departments to ensure timely procurement.
• Monitor production schedules and adjust purchasing priorities as schedules and needs change.
• Track purchase orders, monitor order status, and follow up with vendors to ensure timely delivery.
• Resolve purchasing discrepancies, vendor delays, pricing issues, and material shortages.
• Utilize ERP systems to manage purchasing transactions, track orders, and maintain accurate procurement records.
• Identify potential supply chain challenges and communicate solutions to minimize disruptions.

Skills

Vendor management

Sourcing & negotiation

ERP systems

Analytical skills

Communication

Job description

London Approach in Conshohocken, PA is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to support purchasing operations in a fast-paced environment. You will source products, negotiate pricing, manage vendor relationships, and align purchases with production schedules.

The role requires 3–5+ years in purchasing, hands-on ERP experience, and strong analytical and communication skills. This is a contract-to-hire position located on-site in Conshohocken, PA with competitive hourly pay.