Project/Purchasing Supervisor

Kids for the Future; Shelbyville (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 86,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (100% company-paid)

Life Insurance (100% company-paid)

Disability Insurance (100% companyPaid

Dental & Vision Insurance premium paid

401(K) Match

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account

Tuition Assistance

Gym reimbursement

PPE reimbursement

Company apparel

Employee events/meals

Job summary

Kids for the Future is seeking a Project/Purchasing Supervisor to support the Manager Supply Chain Systems during ERP/MRP implementation and to lead day-to-day purchasing operations after stabilization. The role requires coordinating schedules, action items, and cross-functional communication to keep projects aligned with business priorities.

During implementation, you will help with process alignment, user readiness, and supplier coordination, ultimately transitioning to purchasing leadership,

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of purchasing and supply chain operations.
• Experience with ERP/MRP implementation or cross-functional projects.
• Ability to organize work, track action items, and coordinate teams.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate ERP/MRP implementation activities from planning through launch and stabilization.
• Organize project schedules, meetings, action items, follow-up activities, and cross-department communication.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain, Purchasing, Production, Operations, Finance, IT and others to keep priorities aligned.

Skills

Purchasing

Supply Chain

Leadership

Communication

ERP/MRP

Education

4 Year Degree

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

• Base Pay $78,000.00 / Year
• Employee Type Exempt FT
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree

Description

The Project/Purchasing Supervisor supports the Manager Supply Chain Systems by coordinating ERP/MRP implementation activities from planning through stabilization, while also supporting purchasing operations and supplier-related execution. This position helps keep implementation tasks organized, cross-functional communication clear, and project activities moving forward in alignment with business priorities.

During the ERP/MRP implementation, this role will coordinate schedules, follow up on action items, support user readiness, assist with process alignment, and help ensure Supply Chain needs are represented throughout the project. As the implementation stabilizes, the position will transition into a Purchasing Supervisor role responsible for supporting day-to-day purchasing leadership, team development, supplier coordination, and long-term succession planning within the Supply Chain organization.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the Manager Supply Chain Systems by coordinating ERP/MRP implementation activities from planning through launch and stabilization
• Help organize project schedules, meetings, action items, follow-up activities, and communication across departments
• Work with Supply Chain, Purchasing, Production, Operations, Finance, IT, and other teams to keep priorities aligned and implementation activities moving forward
• Support training, process readiness, and user adoption by helping employees understand expectations and new ways of working
• Assist with identifying barriers, coordinating solutions, and communicating progress to management
• Support purchasing operations by assisting with supplier communication, purchase order follow-up, material availability, and issue resolution
• Provide day-to-day leadership support to purchasing team members as responsibilities transition following implementation stabilization
• Promote teamwork, accountability, continuous improvement, and consistent use of standard processes across Supply Chain
• Support long-term Supply Chain growth and succession planning by developing knowledge, leadership capability, and purchasing team bench strength

ADDITIONAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Strong understanding of purchasing, supply chain operations, material planning, inventory control, and production support
• Experience supporting projects, business system improvements, ERP/MRP implementation, or similar cross-functional initiatives
• Ability to organize work, follow up on action items, communicate clearly, and keep teams aligned
• Strong leadership, teamwork, problem-solving, and decision-support skills in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to work effectively with suppliers, internal departments, and employees at different levels of the organization
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office tools, business reports, and system information to support daily work and management communication
• Automotive manufacturing, Tier 1 supplier, or new product launch experience preferred

Summary

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS:

The pay range provided represents the expected compensation for this position. Actual pay will be determined based on factors such as experience, skills, and qualifications, while maintaining fairness with internal pay structures. We ensure compliance with all applicable wage and hour laws, including those related to minimum pay requirements.

• 100% Company-Paid Health Insurance, Life Insurance, & Disability Insurance (full pay)
• $5.00 Premium for Employee Dental & Vision Insurance
• 108 Holiday Hours (8 Holidays plus shutdown between Christmas & New Year's)
• Paid Time Off Plans
• Up to 7% Company 401(K) Match
• Flexible Spending Account for Medical and Dependent Care
• Tuition Assistance, Gym reimbursement and PPE reimbursement up to the approved limit
• Additional Employee Perks such as company apparel and employee events/meals