Senior Purchasing Manager — Manufacturing Operations

Press-Seal Corporation; Fort Wayne (IN); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Press-Seal Corporation seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead the Purchasing Department and drive strategic sourcing across multiple sites. You will shape supplier strategies, manage risk, and align procurement with production goals in a growing manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates bring 7–10 years in purchasing within manufacturing, with proven leadership, ERP/Excel skills, and a track record of cost savings and supplier excellence.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team development experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and cost reduction initiatives.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills; excellent communication across levels.
• Strong negotiation and contract management abilities; ERP and Excel proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for cost-effective, timely supply of materials.
• Oversee inventory management to support service levels and working capital goals.
• Lead supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and performance reviews.
• Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, Finance and Quality to align procurement with forecasts.
• Prepare purchasing reports, cost savings analyses, and supplier metrics for leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic sourcing

Supplier relationships

Cost reduction

Analytics

Negotiation

Excel

ERP systems

Travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

Advanced degree or CPSM/CPIM preferred

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Press-Seal Corporation seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead the Purchasing Department and drive strategic sourcing across multiple sites. You will shape supplier strategies, manage risk, and align procurement with production goals in a growing manufacturing environment.

Ideal candidates bring 7–10 years in purchasing within manufacturing, with proven leadership, ERP/Excel skills, and a track record of cost savings and supplier excellence.