Purchasing Associate

Lincoln Electric•Macomb Township, MI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Lincoln Electric is seeking a proactive Purchasing Associate II to support our Baker Industries operation in Macomb, MI. In this role, you will manage key supplier relationships for direct and indirect materials and services, execute sourcing requirements from Buyers and corporate-led programs, and drive cost, quality, and delivery performance.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED, certificate in Machine Tool Technology or equivalent work experience
U.S. citizenship required (ITAR compliance)
Minimum 1 year of procurement, buying, or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong knowledge of purchasing policies, processes, and ITAR/CMMC compliance for a publicly traded company
Proficiency reading technical documents (blueprints, BOMs, routings, job travelers)
Demonstrated supplier management and negotiation skills
Experience with consumption-based and forecast-driven planning methods
Advanced skills in Microsoft Office suite
Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
Proven ability to prioritize, multitask, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
High attention to detail and commitment to continuous improvement

Nice To Haves

SAP and Ariba experience strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Own supplier performance (OTD, quality, cost) and drive corrective actions to support operational goals
Own Procurement execution including purchase order placement, supplier management, expediting and issue resolution.
Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers
Actively participate in site leadership meetings to align procurement with business priorities
Mitigate supply risk through alternative sourcing, safety stock strategies, and supplier-managed inventory programs (VMI, consignment, etc.)
Improve working capital via extended terms, stocking programs, and Supply Chain Financing (SCF)
Lead or support cross-functional sourcing projects to deliver best-value solutions
Create and manage RFx events using Ariba e-Sourcing platform
Champion continuous improvement in procurement processes, SAP transactions, master data accuracy, and Source-to-Pay (S2P) systems
Own supplier onboarding process in compliance with company policies
Ensure full adherence to ITAR, CMMC, and other regulated procurement requirements
Additional job duties as assigned