Strategic Purchasing Manager — Manufacturing

RAJE Technology, LLC

Saint Petersburg (FL)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

RAJE Technology, LLC in St. Petersburg, Florida is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead and strengthen the company’s purchasing and supplier management in a complex manufacturing environment.

You will develop purchasing strategies, manage supplier relationships, ensure material availability, and drive cost, quality, and delivery improvements. The ideal candidate has strong experience in manufacturing procurement, strategic sourcing, supplier management, inventory, and

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field.
7+ years of purchasing/supply chain experience, preferably in manufacturing.
Experience managing suppliers and negotiating pricing & terms.
Strong analytical and data-driven decision making.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems and Excel.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day purchasing activities and procure materials, components, and services.
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for cost, quality, delivery, capacity, and risk.
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, lead times, and contracts with suppliers.
Monitor market conditions, supplier capacity, and potential risks to prevent disruptions.
Establish supplier performance metrics, scorecards, and improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with Planning, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Finance to align purchasing with priorities.