Purchasing Engineer

Venteon; Rochester Hills (MI); In loco; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

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Full time

Paid time off

Medical / Dental / Vision

401k

Descrizione del lavoro

Venteon is seeking a Purchasing Engineer in Rochester Hills, MI with minimum 3 years of experience to manage supplier sourcing, contract negotiations, and inventory control. You will collaborate with finance, engineering, and other teams to optimize costs and ensure reliable supply.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, ERP proficiency, and strong communication to support financial performance and supplier relationships.

Competenze

• 3+ years of purchasing or procurement experience.
• Experience with supplier evaluation and contract negotiation.
• Strong negotiation and contract management capabilities.
• Analytical acumen for pricing, cost structures, and supplier financials.
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Mansioni

• Supplier Sourcing & Evaluation: identify, assess and qualify potential suppliers based on cost, quality, reliability, and compliance.
• Contract Negotiation: lead negotiations to secure favorable terms for pricing, delivery timelines, and payment structures.
• Inventory Management: monitor inventory to maintain optimal stock and align with production and demand cycles.
• Purchase Order Management: create, review, and process POs with accuracy and timeliness.
• Compliance & Governance: ensure adherence to internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Supplier Performance Monitoring: track supplier KPIs, delivery performance, and resolve discrepancies.
• Market Intelligence: stay informed on industry developments and product innovations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: partner with finance, engineering, and other departments to align procurement with business goals.

Conoscenze

Negotiation

Contract management

Pricing analysis

Supplier risk management

Stakeholder engagement

ERP systems

Data analysis

Procurement principles

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Strumenti

Excel

ERP software

Procurement platforms

Descrizione del lavoro

Minimum 3 years of experience as a Purchasing Engineer

Venteon is currently seeking a Purchasing Engineer to fill an opening with a manufacturing company located in Rochester Hills, MI

Requirements of the Purchasing Engineer

• Strong negotiation and contract management capabilities
• Analytical acumen for evaluating pricing, cost structures, and supplier financials
• Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Organizational proficiency to manage multiple procurement activities
• Solid knowledge of procurement principles and supply chain dynamics
• Proficiency in ERP and procurement platforms
• This function is integral to managing cost, ensuring supply reliability, and supporting overall financial performance.
• Strong understanding of data formats, conversion tools, and technical support processes.
• Ensure accuracy and quality in all tasks.
• Excellent analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with customers and internal teams.
• Previous experience in a similar role or relevant technical field.

Benefits of the Purchasing Engineer

• Full time
• Paid time off
• Medical / Dental / Vision
• 401k

Responsibilities of the Purchasing Engineer

• Supplier Sourcing & Evaluation: Identifying, assessing, and qualifying potential suppliers based on key criteria such as cost, quality, reliability, and compliance. This may include site visits, interviews, and financial due diligence
• Contract Negotiation: Leading negotiations to secure favorable contractual terms, including pricing, delivery timelines, and payment structures, to align with financial goals and risk management strategies.
• Inventory Management: Monitoring inventory levels to maintain optimal stock, reduce waste, and ensure alignment with production and demand cycles, in collaboration with logistics, finance and operation’s needs.
• Purchase Order Management: Preparing, reviewing, and processing purchase orders with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and alignment with budgetary controls
• Compliance & Governance: Ensuring adherence to internal policies, procurement procedures, and regulatory requirements to mitigate risk and support audit readiness.
• Supplier Performance Monitoring: Tracking supplier KPIs, delivery performance, and resolving discrepancies to maintain supply chain continuity and service quality.
• Market Intelligence: Staying informed on industry developments, emerging technologies, and product innovations to support strategic sourcing decisions.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnering with finance, accounting, engineering, and other departments to ensure alignment of procurement activities with broader business objectives.