Strategic Purchasing Manager, Manufacturing

Confidential Careers; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Careers seeks an experienced Purchasing Manager for a manufacturing facility focused on housing and factory-built structures in Phoenix, AZ. You will lead sourcing, negotiate with suppliers, and align purchasing with production schedules to optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years in purchasing within manufacturing, strong negotiation and analytics, and a proven ability to build high-performing teams while improving procurement processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field such as supply chain, operations, or business administration.
• 5–8 years of purchasing/procurement experience in manufacturing.
• Experience with supplier negotiation and cost reduction initiatives.
• Proven leadership and team development abilities.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with Excel and ERP/procurement software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily purchasing operations to meet production requirements.
• Lead, coach, mentor, and develop purchasing personnel with clear performance expectations.
• Review requisitions and verify specifications, quantities, and requirements.
• Maintain supplier relationships to optimize pricing, quality, availability, and delivery.
• Negotiate pricing, agreements, and contracts within budget guidelines.
• Monitor market conditions and supplier performance for cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain procurement records including costs, delivery schedules, and inventory levels.
• Collaborate with production, inventory, and QA teams to address shortages and quality concerns.
• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes and overall supply chain performance.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Cost optimization

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain/Business Administration/Operations Management

Tools

Microsoft Excel

ERP software

Job description

Confidential Careers seeks an experienced Purchasing Manager for a manufacturing facility focused on housing and factory-built structures in Phoenix, AZ. You will lead sourcing, negotiate with suppliers, and align purchasing with production schedules to optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance.

The ideal candidate has 5–8 years in purchasing within manufacturing, strong negotiation and analytics, and a proven ability to build high-performing teams while improving procurement processes