Purchasing Supervisor

Rite-Hite Doors, Inc.; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match and profit分享

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Rite-Hite Doors, Inc. seeks a procurement leader to guide a team of Buyers at the Dubuque plant. You will develop site-level sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier performance to ensure cost efficiency and supply continuity.

You will partner with Production, Engineering, and Global Supply Chain to align purchasing with demand and capacity. You will also lead cross-functional collaboration, optimize inventory and replenishment, and drive continuous improvement in purchasing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive purchasing or supply chain experience in manufacturing.
• Strong supplier negotiation and contract management skills.
• Experience with sourcing strategies and supplier performance management.
• Understanding of inventory management and replenishment models, including VMI.

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and manage a team of Buyers and/or Senior Buyers; set priorities and coach.
• Develop site-level sourcing strategies to ensure supply continuity and cost competitiveness.
• Build strategic supplier relationships and manage supplier performance via scorecards and metrics.
• Lead supplier selection, pricing, and contract negotiations; approve site-level agreements.
• Forecast demand, manage inventory, and balance cost with working capital.

Skills

Negotiation

ERP/MRP

Excel/Analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related

3+ years purchasing experience in manufacturing

Tools

JD Edwards

Job description

What You'll Do

Safety Responsibilities Promote a culture of safety by following Company and OSHA policies and procedures. Properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE). Promptly report hazards, near misses, and incidents.

Job Responsibilities Lead, develop, and manage a team of Buyers and/or Senior Buyers by setting priorities, coaching team members, and driving performance. Develop and execute site-level sourcing strategies to support supply continuity, cost competitiveness, and supplier performance. Build and maintain strategic supplier relationships, serving as the primary site-level contact for key suppliers. Lead supplier selection, pricing, and contract negotiations, including approval of site-level agreements. Monitor supplier performance through scorecards, delivery and quality metrics, and corrective action plans. Develop and manage inventory and replenishment strategies using demand forecasts and planning inputs to balance material availability, cost, and working capital. Align sourcing strategies with production requirements and capacity plans to ensure material availability. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including single-source dependencies, capacity constraints, and potential disruptions. Drive site-level cost performance through savings initiatives, cost reduction programs, and total cost of ownership improvements. Partner with Production, Engineering, and Global Supply Chain to align purchasing strategies with business and technical needs. Support new product development (NPD) through supplier selection, cost modeling, and supply readiness planning. Establish and continuously improve purchasing processes, systems, and governance to drive consistency, efficiency, and compliance. Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier, and planning data to support effective replenishment and decision-making. Serve as the escalation point for complex supplier and purchasing issues, guiding resolution and decision-making. Monitor key performance metrics, including cost, supplier lead times, and supplier performance. Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives across sourcing, supplier management, and purchasing operations.

What You'll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 3 years of progressive purchasing or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong supplier negotiation and contract management skills.
• Experience with sourcing strategies and supplier performance management.
• Understanding of inventory management and replenishment models, including vendor-managed inventory (VMI).
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems; JD Edwards experience preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading, coaching, or mentoring others.
• Experience leading procurement in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting new product development and sourcing strategy.
• Advanced financial and cost analysis skills.
• Experience leading formal cost reduction programs.
• APICS (CPIM or CSCP), CPSM, or a similar certification or relevant coursework.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to meet customer site access and safety requirements, where applicable.
• Ability to successfully pass a background check.
• Eligibility to work in the United States.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

This role is based in a manufacturing plant and includes office-based work, with regular interaction with manufacturing teams and suppliers. The position involves frequent computer use, periods of sitting, and regular communication with others. Employees may be required to stand, walk, bend, stoop, or reach, and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Occasional travel may be required. Employees working in production areas must follow all site-specific safety requirements, including the use of appropriate PPE, such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and safety footwear.

What We Offer

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance.
• A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.
• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.
• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.

Rite-Hite is a world leader in the manufacture, sale, and service of loading dock equipment, industrial doors, safety barriers, HVLS fans, industrial curtain walls, and more - all designed to improve safety, security, productivity, energy savings, and environmental control.

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