Purchasing Manager

Accelera; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Accelera Staffing in Minnesota seeks a Procurement Lead to drive strategic sourcing for materials, services, and equipment. You will manage the SAP PO lifecycle, secure quotes, negotiate terms, and collaborate across teams to ensure on‑time delivery and cost savings.

A Bachelor’s in Engineering and 3+ years in procurement or supply chain are required. SAP proficiency and leadership experience are valued, with strong analytical and negotiation skills to improve supplier performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required.
• At least 3 years of professional background in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain operations.
• Preference for candidates with 2+ years in leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Experience navigating international supply chains, import/export compliance, and landed cost modeling is highly valued.
• Proficiency in SAP, specifically PO management and master data maintenance, is preferred.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities to improve supplier relationships.
• Deep understanding of international logistics, trade laws, and inventory management strategies.
• Capacity to manage complex projects that mitigate supply chain risks and bolster production efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Direct procurement operations for indirect and direct materials, services, and equipment.
• Formulate strategic sourcing plans to drive cost savings.
• Oversee the lifecycle of purchase orders and vendor confirmations in SAP.
• Negotiate terms and assess vendor capabilities.
• Collaborate across internal teams to ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• Optimize inbound logistics and freight selection for cost-effective delivery.
• Manage vendor data integrity and support inventory balancing.
• Stay current on trade regulations and compliance.
• Evaluate tariff effects on pricing, landed costs, and profitability.
• Ensure accurate HTS coding and origin documentation with partners.
• Create alternative sourcing channels and risk mitigation for tariffs.
• Drive purchasing initiatives and report on KPIs like inventory health and cost savings.
• Maintain a safe and compliant working environment per policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Negotiation

Problem solving

Leadership experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SAP

ERP

Job description

• Direct all procurement operations involving indirect and direct materials, services, and equipment.
• Formulate and execute strategic sourcing plans that support organizational goals and drive significant cost savings.
• Oversee the lifecycle of purchase orders and vendor confirmations within the SAP environment.
• Secure competitive quotes, negotiate favorable terms, assess vendor capabilities, and track ongoing performance.
• Collaborate across internal teams and with external partners to guarantee the consistent availability of materials and on-time delivery.
• Optimize inbound logistics and freight selection across all transport modes to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of goods.
• Manage vendor data integrity, assist in inventory balancing, and support technical engineering changes.
• Stay current on global trade regulations, customs protocols, and shifting tariff landscapes to ensure full compliance.
• Evaluate how tariff fluctuations influence overall product pricing, landed costs, and bottom-line profitability.
• Ensure precise HTS coding and origin documentation by working closely with logistics partners and customs brokers.
• Create alternative sourcing channels and risk-mitigation plans to minimize the impact of tariffs on the supply chain.
• Drive purchasing initiatives and report on key performance metrics, including inventory health and cost-saving milestones.
• Help maintain a safe and compliant working environment by strictly adhering to all internal policies and safety standards.

Core Duties

• Direct all procurement operations involving indirect and direct materials, services, and equipment.
• Formulate and execute strategic sourcing plans that support organizational goals and drive significant cost savings.
• Oversee the lifecycle of purchase orders and vendor confirmations within the SAP environment.
• Secure competitive quotes, negotiate favorable terms, assess vendor capabilities, and track ongoing performance.
• Collaborate across internal teams and with external partners to guarantee the consistent availability of materials and on-time delivery.
• Optimize inbound logistics and freight selection across all transport modes to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of goods.
• Manage vendor data integrity, assist in inventory balancing, and support technical engineering changes.
• Stay current on global trade regulations, customs protocols, and shifting tariff landscapes to ensure full compliance.
• Evaluate how tariff fluctuations influence overall product pricing, landed costs, and bottom-line profitability.
• Ensure precise HTS coding and origin documentation by working closely with logistics partners and customs brokers.
• Create alternative sourcing channels and risk-mitigation plans to minimize the impact of tariffs on the supply chain.
• Drive purchasing initiatives and report on key performance metrics, including inventory health and cost-saving milestones.
• Help maintain a safe and compliant working environment by strictly adhering to all internal policies and safety standards.

Professional Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is mandatory.
• At least 3 years of professional background in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain operations.
• Preference for candidates with 2 or more years of experience in a leadership or supervisory capacity.
• Experience navigating international supply chains, import/export compliance, and landed cost modeling is highly valued.
• Proficiency in SAP, specifically regarding PO management and master data maintenance, is preferred.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving abilities to improve supplier relationships.
• Possess a deep understanding of international logistics, trade laws, and inventory management strategies.
• Demonstrate the capacity to manage complex projects that mitigate supply chain risks and bolster production efficiency.

Essential proficiencies include:

• Engineering Degree
• SAP & ERP
• Purchasing & Procurement