Strategic Purchasing Leader for Manufacturing

Electroswitch Corp; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 115,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Company paid life insurance

401k with company match

10 paid holidays per year

Paid sick leave

Job summary

Electroswitch Corp is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead the purchasing function supporting manufacturing operations in Weymouth, MA. You will procure raw materials, components, equipment, and services while developing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring on-time delivery to production.

You will collaborate with Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to improve supplier performance, identify cost savings, and drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required or preferred.
• Five+ years purchasing or procurement experience in manufacturing.
• Leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (SyteLine a plus).
• Strong understanding of inventory control, production planning, and supply chain processes.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the purchasing team and set priorities.
• Develop purchasing strategies to support production schedules.
• Source and manage suppliers based on quality, cost, and delivery.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, terms, and long-term agreements.
• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate purchases to prevent shortages.
• Partner with Planning and Operations to support schedules.
• Analyze material requirements and forecasting data.
• Conduct supplier performance reviews and corrective actions.
• Ensure purchased materials meet quality specs.
• Identify cost reductions and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Manage ERP/MRP purchasing activities, purchase orders, and vendor records.
• Support new product introductions by coordinating supplier readiness.
• Maintain compliance with policies, quality standards, and regulations.

Education

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

Tools

SyteLine ERP/MRP

Job description

Electroswitch Corp is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead the purchasing function supporting manufacturing operations in Weymouth, MA. You will procure raw materials, components, equipment, and services while developing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring on-time delivery to production.

You will collaborate with Planning, Production, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to improve supplier performance, identify cost savings, and drive continuous improvement