Strategic Purchasing & Supplier Relations Lead

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Mount Pleasant (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Purchasing Manager for a growing manufacturing organization in Michigan. This role leads the purchasing team, develops sourcing strategies, and oversees supplier relations, contract negotiations, and on-time material acquisition to support operations.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 10 years in purchasing/procurement within manufacturing, strong negotiation, and ERP/SAP experience.

Qualifications

• Experience leading purchasing/procurement in manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.
• Proven track record of meeting deadlines and driving cost improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage the purchasing team.
• Develop sourcing strategies and supplier relationships.
• Negotiate contracts and monitor supplier performance.
• Review requisitions and ensure timely procurement.
• Drive cost reduction and process improvements.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and production teams.
• Ensure inventory levels align with production needs.
• Manage contract compliance and supplier risk.

Skills

Purchasing

Procurement

Supply chain

Negotiation

Leadership

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Tools

SAP

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a Purchasing Manager for a growing manufacturing organization in Michigan. This role leads the purchasing team, develops sourcing strategies, and oversees supplier relations, contract negotiations, and on-time material acquisition to support operations.

The ideal candidate has a minimum of 10 years in purchasing/procurement within manufacturing, strong negotiation, and ERP/SAP experience.