Strategic Purchasing Leader

Integrated Power Services, LLC.; Price (UT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401k Match

Bonus Incentives

Training & Development

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical/Dental/Vision

EAP

Job summary

Integrated Power Services, LLC. (IPS) in Utah seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing activities, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost savings across manufacturing operations.

You will lead a team, negotiate with vendors, and leverage ERP/MRP to ensure material availability and process efficiency. This role emphasizes lean manufacturing, inventory control, and collaboration with production teams to minimize shortages.

Qualifications

• BS or BA degree preferred; APICS CPIM preferred.
• 5-7 years’ supply chain experience and 3-4 years purchasing management experience in manufacturing preferred.
• 3-4 years’ ERP/MRP experience required.
• Proficiency in MS Word/Excel/Outlook or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing activities and supplier relationships.
• Direct warehouse personnel and ensure inventory accuracy.
• Negotiate with suppliers and solicit RFQs for materials.
• Set and pursue yearly cost reduction goals and strategic plans.
• Maintain supplier metrics: on-time shipments, NCRs & warranty.
• Use ERP for master planning and inventory optimization.
• Travel to customer sites and projects as needed.

Skills

Supply chain

Purchasing mgmt

ERP/MRP

Communication

Education

BS or BA degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS Outlook

ERP software

Job description

Integrated Power Services, LLC. (IPS) in Utah seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing activities, manage supplier relationships, and drive cost savings across manufacturing operations.

You will lead a team, negotiate with vendors, and leverage ERP/MRP to ensure material availability and process efficiency. This role emphasizes lean manufacturing, inventory control, and collaboration with production teams to minimize shortages.