Senior Purchasing Manager (Tallmadge)

About the Role:The Senior Purchasing Manager, also known as a Senior Procurement Manager or Strategic Sourcing Manager, leads end to end purchasing and procurement operations to ensure cost optimization, supplier performance, and supply continuity across a multi-site manufacturing and distribution network. This leadership role is responsible for sourcing strategy, supplier relationship management, contract negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration to support operational efficiency and business growth. The Senior Purchasing Manager plays a critical role in strategic sourcing, vendor management, and continuous improvement initiatives.Responsibilities:Lead and develop the purchasing and procurement team to execute strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier management programsDevelop and implement category management strategies to optimize cost, quality, and supplier performanceNegotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and long-term supplier partnerships to achieve cost savings and risk mitigationOversee supplier selection, onboarding, and performance evaluation using KPIs such as cost savings, quality, and on-time deliveryCollaborate with Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, and Finance to align procurement strategies with business objectivesManage procurement planning, purchasing cycles, and material availability to support production and customer demandIdentify supply risks, supplier constraints, and market fluctuations, and implement mitigation strategiesDrive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes, including automation, standardization, and spend analysisOversee ERP system accuracy, purchasing data integrity, and reporting for procurement analytics and decision-makingEnsure compliance with procurement policies, contracts, and regulatory requirementsQualifications:7 or more years of experience in purchasing, procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management within a manufacturing or distribution environmentProven leadership experience managing procurement teams and supplier networks in a multi-site or global environmentStrong expertise in contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and category managementAdvanced proficiency in ERP systems and procurement tools, with strong analytical skills using Microsoft Excel and spend analysis platformsDemonstrated ability to drive cost reduction, supplier performance improvement, and supply continuityExperience managing KPIs such as cost savings, supplier performance, on-time delivery, and procurement cycle timeStrong cross-functional communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation skillsBachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related fieldDesired Qualifications:CPSM, CIPS, or APICS certificationExperience with global sourcing, supplier risk management, and contract lifecycle management toolsBackground in lean procurement, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologiesExperience working with international suppliers, contract manufacturers, or complex supply chains