Strategic Purchasing Lead (Hybrid – MD)

sealing-technologies-inc; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible schedules

Merit bonuses

Job summary

Sealing Technologies, a Parsons company, seeks a Senior Purchasing Manager to lead sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management for critical electronic components and subassemblies. The role requires collaboration with Production, R&D, Finance, Contracts, and Quality to maintain a resilient supply chain and optimize inventory in a fast-moving environment.

You will develop procurement strategies, manage suppliers, and coach the purchasing team while navigating DoD and EAR regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in supply chain or related field.
• 10+ years in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management.
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing purchasing or sourcing teams.
• Experience negotiating with OEM vendors and distributors.
• Knowledge of DoD regs including FAR/DFARS and EAR.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned with company goals.
• Primary contact for programs requiring purchasing support and escalation management.
• Lead, coach, and develop purchasing staff and assist with hiring.
• Analyze market trends, costs, and supplier capabilities to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Negotiate contracts and delivery schedules with suppliers to meet program objectives.
• Forecast demand, create forecast models, and manage supplier delivery schedules.
• Onboard new suppliers and assess capabilities, quality, and reliability.
• Maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor performance for issues.
• Oversee bidding processes and ensure compliance with internal policies.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Strategic sourcing

Supplier management

Negotiation

Data-driven decisions

Inventory optimization

Cross-functional collaboration

Forecasting

Contract management

Procurement software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

ERP systems

Contract management software

Job description

Sealing Technologies, a Parsons company, seeks a Senior Purchasing Manager to lead sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management for critical electronic components and subassemblies. The role requires collaboration with Production, R&D, Finance, Contracts, and Quality to maintain a resilient supply chain and optimize inventory in a fast-moving environment.

You will develop procurement strategies, manage suppliers, and coach the purchasing team while navigating DoD and EAR regulations.