Purchasing Analyst

Purchasing Analyst The Purchasing Analyst supports both supplier procurement and inside sales activities, serving as a key link between suppliers, operations, and customers. This role ensures cost-effective sourcing, competitive pricing, and reliable order fulfillment while supporting revenue growth and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: Purchasing & Supply Chain Source and procure finished goods/components to customer-specified prints Negotiate pricing, lead times, and terms with outsourced manufacturers Issue and manage purchase orders; monitor supplier performance (OTD, quality, responsiveness) Support material cost recovery initiatives and pricing updates Maintain inventory levels to meet production demands Coordinate with Sales and Operations on production schedules, shortages, and priorities Inside Sales & Customer Support Serve as primary contact for assigned purchased component customer accounts Prepare and deliver customer quotations using cost and margin targets Manage order entry, changes, and customer communications Track and follow up on open quotes to improve conversion Participate in daily production meetings to establish delivery commitments Support pricing adjustments, contract terms, and vendor audits Cross-Functional & Data Support Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Quality on new product launches and PPAPs Support customer complaint resolution and corrective actions Maintain accurate ERP data (pricing, lead times, supplier info, BOMs) Analyze material cost trends and track KPIs, including sales booked, PPV, supplier OTD, and quote win rate Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred 5+ years of experience in purchasing, inside sales, or a hybrid role Experience in precision manufacturing or industrial environments preferred ERP experience required Strong communication, negotiation, and analytical skills Salary Range: $80,000-$105,000 Benefits: Health, dental, and vision, life, short/long term disability insurance 401(k) offering Paid time off and holidays (120 hours PTO) Paid sick leave where applicable by state law. LHH is a leader in permanent recruitmentand in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isnt a perfect match. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please visithttps://www.lhh.com/candidate-privacy