Purchasing Managers

Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for strategic procurement and supplier relationship management? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the Warren area seeking skilled Purchasing Managers. We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out. This posting covers Purchasing Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Warren in Macomb County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Sterling Heights, Madison Heights, Royal Oak, and Roseville. The Opportunity We work with companies in the Warren area that add Purchasing Managers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for. Usual Responsibilities

• Maintain purchasing records and contract documentation.
• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers and vendors.
• Issue purchase orders and track delivery schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and reorder materials as needed.
• Resolve supply shortages and late shipments with vendors.
• Review supplier performance and maintain approved vendor lists.
• Manage the purchasing budget and report cost variances.
• Coordinate with production and engineering on material needs., Salary
• Hiring
• Analysis
• ERP
• Partnerships
• Recruiting
• Sourcing
• Compensation
• Purchase Orders
• Supply
• Vendor Management
• Purchasing
• Manufacturing
• Procurement
• Suppliers
• Materials
• Vendors
• Records
• Negotiation
• Preparation
• Software
• Documentation
• Engineering
• Business
• Management
  
  Experience with ERP systems and purchase order software.
• Knowledge of raw material and component markets.
• Solid spreadsheet and cost analysis skills.
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field.
• Five or more years of purchasing experience in manufacturing.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
Bonus Qualifications
• Contract review and legal terms experience.
• Experience in a high-volume production environment.
• APICS or ISM certification.
• Experience sourcing from overseas suppliers.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and inventory practices., Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available., Performance
• Inventory
• Support
• Supply Chain
• Search
• Lean Manufacturing
• Management Skills
  
  The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org., If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.