Purchasing Manager - Zeeland Area
Purchasing Manager | Zeeland, MI
Salary Range: $82,000 - $122,000 depending on experience
Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for strategic procurement and supplier relationship management? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Zeeland seeking experienced Purchasing Managers.
The Opportunity
We are working with companies in Zeeland that are adding 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.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic purchasing initiatives to optimize costs and ensure supply chain efficiency.
- Manage supplier relationships, including sourcing, contract negotiation, and performance evaluation.
- Oversee the procurement of raw materials, components, and MRO items critical for manufacturing operations.
- Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to forecast material needs and maintain optimal inventory levels.
- Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, ensuring continuity of supply and adherence to quality standards.
- Lead, mentor, and develop the purchasing team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
- Analyze market trends and new technologies to identify potential cost savings and process improvements.
Recommended Qualifications
- Extensive experience (5+ years) in purchasing and supply chain management within a manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems for procurement, inventory, and material planning.
- Strong analytical skills for cost analysis, market trends, and supplier performance evaluation.
- Proven leadership and team management abilities.
- Understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, and quality standards relevant to the industry.
Bonus Qualifications
- Lean/Six Sigma certification (e.g., Green Belt, Black Belt).
- Experience with international sourcing, logistics, and customs compliance.
- Professional certification (e.g., CSCP, CPIM) in supply chain management.
- Proficiency with advanced data analysis tools (e.g., Power BI, SQL) for spend analysis and forecasting.
- Familiarity with contract law and negotiation of complex supplier agreements.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Sourcing Manager, Category Manager, Materials Manager, Purchasing Director
Why Pivot Group
The Pivot Group 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.
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. The Pivot Group 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.
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