Strategic Purchasing Manager: Sourcing, Negotiation & Inventory

Norsk Hydro; Magnolia (AR); On-site; USD 87,668 - 119,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement Savings Plans with Company/

Education Assistance

Bonus Plan Eligibility

Job summary

Hydro is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Magnolia, AR to identify, negotiate, and secure optimal sources for materials, equipment, and services. You will uphold the Hydro Procurement Policy and ensure trade compliance.

You will lead sourcing and contracting, manage purchase orders, monitor AP holds, and drive inventory control with cross-functional teams. Experience with ERP systems, especially Oracle, is preferred, and English fluency is required.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience in a related field.
• Prior experience with manufacturing ERP systems, preferably Oracle.
• Fluency in English; Spanish is a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; ability to work cross-functionally.

Responsibilities

• Lead sourcing, pricing negotiations, contracting, and purchasing for goods, services, leases, and capital equipment.
• Manage purchase orders, material delivery, invoice resolution, and order closure per financial policies.
• Monitor AP holds and GRNI reports, liaising with Accounts Payable to resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure trade compliance, support audits, and assess tariffs and regulatory changes.
• Forecast, track, reconcile, and control inventory using historical demand and forecasts.
• Identify, qualify, onboard, and maintain suppliers meeting cost, quality, and sustainability requirements.
• Coordinate tooling, first-article approval, engineering changes, and supplier corrective actions.
• Negotiate property, fleet, and equipment leases and coordinate facility maintenance.

Skills

Oracle ERP

English fluency

Leadership

MS Office

Vendor management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Hydro is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Magnolia, AR to identify, negotiate, and secure optimal sources for materials, equipment, and services. You will uphold the Hydro Procurement Policy and ensure trade compliance.

You will lead sourcing and contracting, manage purchase orders, monitor AP holds, and drive inventory control with cross-functional teams. Experience with ERP systems, especially Oracle, is preferred, and English fluency is required.