Strategic Purchasing Manager: Lead Cost & Supplier Relations

Forbo Movement Systems; Huntersville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Forbo Movement Systems in Huntersville, NC, seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement, optimize costs, and ensure a reliable supply of materials for manufacturing.

The role requires 7–10 years in purchasing with strategic procurement, SAP MM expertise, and strong leadership to guide a team across functions.

You will negotiate with suppliers, manage contracts, coordinate with production and inventory, and drive continuous improvements while traveling up to 15%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or related field required.
• 7-10 years purchasing experience including strategic procurement.
• Supervisory experience in guiding a team.
• Minimum 5 years SAP MM experience.
• Strong vendor negotiations and contract management skills.
• Knowledge of materials management and inventory control.
• Experience in manufacturing environment.
• Travel up to 10-15%.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with goals.
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with vendors.
• Prepare and process purchase orders per policy.
• Collaborate with supply chain to forecast material needs.
• Monitor supplier performance and drive improvements.
• Lead and mentor the purchasing team.

Skills

Vendor negotiations

Leadership

Cost optimization

Forecasting

Cross-functional collaboration

Customer-focused

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

SAP MM

Procurement software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Forbo Movement Systems in Huntersville, NC, seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement, optimize costs, and ensure a reliable supply of materials for manufacturing.

The role requires 7–10 years in purchasing with strategic procurement, SAP MM expertise, and strong leadership to guide a team across functions.

You will negotiate with suppliers, manage contracts, coordinate with production and inventory, and drive continuous improvements while traveling up to 15%.