Purchasing Manager

TEKsystems•Simsbury, CT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

One of our clients, who is projected to double their market-share over the next 3-5 years, is seeking a highly talented Purchasing Manager to join their growing team. The Purchasing Manager will be leading the procurement function to ensure the timely, cost-effective, and quality-focused acquisition of materials, components, and services required to support manufacturing and operations. This role oversees a team of Buyers, drives supplier performance, and partners cross-functionally to support production, engineering, and quality objectives. The Purchasing Manager ensures compliance with industry regulations, customer requirements, and company policies while fostering strategic supplier relationships.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field required.
7+ years of progressive procurement experience, at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, IFS, or similar).
Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
Excellent leadership and team development capabilities.

Nice To Haves

APICS/CPIM, CPSM, or PMP certification preferred.
Strong knowledge of aerospace manufacturing supply chains, regulatory requirements, and supplier qualification processes preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement purchasing strategies aligned with business and production requirements.
Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost, quality, and delivery objectives.
Establish long-term agreements (LTAs) and contracts with key suppliers to secure supply chain continuity.
Monitor supplier performance metrics (on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness) and drive corrective actions when needed.
Manage supplier risk, ensuring compliance with AS9100/ISO standards and other aerospace regulatory requirements.
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Buyers and Procurement Specialists.
Set departmental goals and KPIs aligned with company objectives.
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and collaboration.
Partner with Material Planning, Production, Engineering, and Quality to ensure material availability for production schedules.
Optimize ERP/MRP purchasing parameters to balance inventory levels and lead time requirements.
Implement cost reduction initiatives through supplier negotiations, value engineering, and supply chain efficiency.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes and policies.
Ensure compliance with customer flow-down requirements, FAR/DFARS clauses, and ITAR/EAR export regulations, and CPSR policies and procedures.
Support internal and external audits related to purchasing and supplier management.
Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks (capacity, geopolitical, financial, or single-source).