Purchasing Manager - Lansing Area

the-pivot-group-careers; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 78,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Lansing, MI is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead strategic procurement, optimize cost, quality, and delivery, and manage key supplier relationships across manufacturing partners.

You will oversee inventory levels, mentor a team of purchasing professionals, analyze market trends, and drive performance improvements while ensuring compliance with policies and ethics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in SCM or related field
• 5+ years in purchasing/procurement in manufacturing
• Experience negotiating contracts and achieving cost savings
• Experience with ERP and procurement software (SAP/Oracle)

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to optimize cost, quality, and delivery.
• Manage supplier relationships, including contract negotiation and performance evaluation.
• Oversee inventory levels and collaborate with production to ensure material availability.
• Lead and mentor a team of purchasing professionals.
• Analyze market trends and identify new suppliers to enhance the supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical sourcing practices.

Skills

Negotiation

Supplier relationship management

Team leadership

Market analysis

Compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Purchasing Manager | Lansing, MI

Salary Range: $78,000 - $118,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for strategic procurement and supplier relationship management? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Lansing seeking experienced Purchasing Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Lansing region seeking Purchasing Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to optimize cost, quality, and delivery.
• Manage supplier relationships, including contract negotiation and performance evaluation.
• Oversee inventory levels and collaborate with production to ensure material availability.
• Lead and mentor a team of purchasing professionals.
• Analyze market trends and identify new suppliers to enhance the supply chain.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, industry regulations, and ethical sourcing practices.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of negotiating complex contracts and achieving cost savings.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems and procurement software (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships and drive performance improvement.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Procurement Manager,Purchasing Director,Supply Chain Manager,Category Manager,Sourcing Manager,Procurement Specialist,Purchasing Agent,Vendor Manager,Contracts Manager,Materials Manager

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.