Purchasing Manager (m/f/d)

PAPIER-METTLER UK Limited; Moorefield (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth potential to Site Purchasing Mg

Stable family-owned company

Competitive salary

401(k) with company contribution

Health, dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life and accident insurance

Paid vacation and holidays

Ongoing training and development

Job summary

PAPIER-METTLER UK Limited in Moorefield, West Virginia, is seeking a qualified Purchasing Specialist to help establish and shape the U.S. procurement function for our manufacturing plant.

You will source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, manage inventory, and coordinate with production, QA and corporate teams to ensure cost-effective, high-quality materials and timely deliveries. This on-site role offers growth into the Site Purchasing Manager with a family-owned culture and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Minimum 2+ years purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong negotiation skills and understanding of contract law.
• Self-motivated with problem-solving and time management skills.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities.
• Hands-on attitude with good communication skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assist in establishing and shaping the purchasing department for the U.S. plant.
• Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, ensure cost-effective procurement.
• Collaborate with production, QA, and corporate teams to ensure smooth supply chain.
• Analyze and manage inventory to optimize working capital and efficiency.
• Maintain vendor relationships aligned with quality standards.
• Monitor market trends, assess supplier performance, identify cost savings.
• Process purchase orders through ERP and handle related admin tasks.

Skills

2+ years purchasing experience

Negotiation skills

Problem-solving

Time management

Attention to detail

Organizational abilities

Communication skills

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

United States, Moorefield, WV

Activities and perspectives

Tackle, think along, take responsibility

• Assist in establishing and shaping the purchasing department for the company's U.S. manufacturing plant
• Source and evaluate suppliers, negotiate contracts, and ensure cost-effective, availability and high-quality procurement of raw materials, equipment, and services
• Collaborate with production, quality assurance, and corporate teams to ensure smooth supply chain operations
• Analyze and manage inventory levels to optimize working capital and production efficiency
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships that align with company values and quality standards
• Monitor market trends, assess supplier performance, and identify cost‑saving and process improvement opportunities
• Accurately process purchase orders through the company's ERP system and handle related administrative tasks

Requirements

What you should bring with you

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, preferred
• 2+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Strong negotiation skills with an understanding of contract law
• Self-motivated with excellent problem-solving and time management skills
• High attention to detail and strong organizational abilities
• Hands‑on mentality with a positive attitude and strong communication skills
• Familiarity with ERP systems and Mircrosoft Office
• This role requires daily onsite presence at the Moorefield, WV location

Your advantages

Your new job - your benefits

• Opportunity to grow into the Site Purchasing Manager role
• Family-owned company with a stable and supportive structure
• Competetive salary and positive work environment
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Life and accident insurance
• Paid vacation (starting at 12 days), holidays, and sick leave
• Ongoing support, training and development

Innovative, dynamic and reliable

We are Papier-Mettler

PAPIER-METTLER operates as an international packaging company and is the European market leader in the industry. Advanced production facilities, innovative product developments as well as flat hierarchies, and short ways of decision-making combine to make the family-owned company an exciting and successful employer. With its unique recycling concept, PAPIER-METTLER is a promising pioneer in environmentally friendlypackaging solutions. More than 5,000 employees worldwide trust the family-owned company and benefit from its excellent development prospects.

Mettler Packaging is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Contact

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Papier-Mettler KG

Hochwaldstraße 22

D-54497 Morbach