Purchasing Engineer: Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimization

Venteon; Rochester Hills (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full time

Paid time off

Medical / Dental / Vision

401k

Job summary

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.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Negotiation

Contract management

Pricing analysis

Supplier risk management

Stakeholder engagement

ERP systems

Data analysis

Procurement principles

Cross-functional collaboration

Process improvement

Tools

Excel

ERP software

Procurement platforms

Job description

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.