Purchasing Manager

States Manufacturing Corporation; California, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MGM Transformer Company is seeking an experienced Purchasing Supervisor in Vernon, CA to lead our purchasing operations and support uninterrupted material flow for manufacturing. The role focuses on supplier performance, cost optimization, inventory management, and cross-functional collaboration to meet production schedules.

Responsibilities include supervising the purchasing team, negotiating with suppliers, and driving continuous improvement across supply chain processes.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supervising purchasing professionals and managing supplier performance.
• Strong background in purchasing processes, inventory management, and supplier negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and develop the purchasing team to drive performance.
• Review, approve, and monitor purchase orders for accuracy, timeliness, and policy compliance.
• Proactively manage material availability and mitigate supply chain risks to maintain production schedules.
• Partner with Production, Planning, Warehouse, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams to align purchasing activities with operational needs.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to improve quality, service, delivery, and cost competitiveness.
• Lead supplier negotiations involving pricing, contracts, lead times, and service expectations.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier qualification processes.
• Analyze purchasing and inventory data to identify cost savings and process improvement opportunities.
• Participate in Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) processes and meetings.
• Resolve material shortages, quality issues, engineering changes, and production constraints through cross-functional collaboration.
• Track and report purchasing, inventory, and supplier performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, purchasing procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Coach, mentor, and train team members to support professional growth and department effectiveness.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives throughout procurement and supply chain operations.

Skills

Leadership

Team development

Conflict resolution

Analytical thinking

Data-driven decisions

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Prioritization

Education

Supply Chain Management

Business Administration

Industrial Engineering

Logistics

Operations Management

Tools

SAP

Oracle

MRP

Inventory management

ISO

Excel

Job description

Description

Purchasing Supervisor

Location: Vernon, CA
Company: MGM Transformer Company
Department: Supply Chain / Purchasing
Reports To: Purchasing Manager

Join MGM Transformer Company

MGM Transformer Company is seeking an experienced and results-driven Purchasing Supervisor to lead our purchasing operations and support the uninterrupted flow of materials, components, and services required for our manufacturing environment. This role is critical to ensuring production schedules are met while driving supplier performance, cost optimization, inventory management, and continuous improvement across the supply chain.

What You'll Do

As the Purchasing Supervisor, you will oversee daily purchasing activities and help ensure materials are available to support manufacturing operations. Key responsibilities include:

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise, support, and develop the purchasing team to drive performance and accountability.
• Review, approve, and monitor purchase orders for accuracy, timeliness, and policy compliance.
• Proactively manage material availability and mitigate supply chain risks to maintain production schedules.
• Partner with Production, Planning, Warehouse, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams to align purchasing activities with operational needs.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to improve quality, service, delivery, and cost competitiveness.
• Lead supplier negotiations involving pricing, contracts, lead times, and service expectations.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics and implement corrective actions when necessary.
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier qualification processes.
• Analyze purchasing and inventory data to identify cost savings and process improvement opportunities.
• Participate in Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning (SIOP) processes and meetings.
• Resolve material shortages, quality issues, engineering changes, and production constraints through cross-functional collaboration.
• Track and report purchasing, inventory, and supplier performance metrics.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, purchasing procedures, and regulatory requirements.
• Coach, mentor, and train team members to support professional growth and department effectiveness.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives throughout procurement and supply chain operations.

Requirements

What You'll Bring

Education

Bachelor's Degree in one of the following or a related field:

• Supply Chain Management
• Business Administration
• Industrial Engineering
• Logistics
• Operations Management

Experience

• Minimum of 8 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supervising purchasing professionals and managing supplier performance.
• Strong background in purchasing processes, inventory management, and supplier negotiations.
• Experience purchasing both production materials and MRO (Maintenance, Repair & Operations) services preferred.

Preferred Certifications

• APICS / ASCM / CPIM
• Supplier Management Training
• Negotiation Skills Training

Skills & Competencies

• Leadership and team development
• Conflict resolution and coaching
• Analytical and data-driven decision making
• Strong problem-solving abilities
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Effective communication and relationship management
• Planning, organization, and prioritization
• Continuous improvement mindset
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Technical Knowledge

• ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Syteline, or similar)
• Material Requirements Planning (MRP)
• Inventory management and supply chain principles
• Supplier development and performance measurement
• Manufacturing operations and production planning
• Quality Management Systems (ISO)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and reporting tools
• SIOP (Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning) processes preferred

Leadership Expectations

The Purchasing Supervisor is expected to:

• Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) requirements.
• Identify and elevate supply chain risks while recommending mitigation strategies.
• Implement corrective actions to improve purchasing efficiency and supplier performance.
• Approve purchasing decisions within authorized levels.
• Lead initiatives focused on improving service, cost, quality, and material availability.
• Recommend and implement process improvements that enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Why MGM Transformer Company?

At MGM, you'll join a team dedicated to operational excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction. We offer the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a growing manufacturing organization while working alongside talented professionals committed to continuous improvement and teamwork.