- Join a leading manufacturing organization supporting critical infrastructure through waste and environmental solutions across multiple U.S. locations
- Be part of a lean, collaborative purchasing function with team members distributed across the Midwest and West Coast
- Work cross-functionally with operations, production, engineering, and warehouse teams to ensure seamless material flow and on-time delivery
- Engage with a broader corporate sourcing group to align on supplier strategy, pricing trends, and procurement initiatives
- Contribute to a hands-on plant environment where purchasing plays a direct role in operational success and efficiency
- Opportunity to step into a highly visible, strategic purchasing role with autonomy to influence sourcing decisions
- Direct impact on cost savings initiatives, vendor strategy, and overall supply chain performance
- Exposure to a multi-site manufacturing operation with diverse supplier networks and materials sourcing challenges
- A supportive leadership style that values collaboration, communication, and individual input
- Stable, full-time opportunity within a growing industrial manufacturing organization
- The ability to build strong vendor partnerships and expand your expertise in strategic sourcing and negotiation
- Onsite Monday-Friday in Winamac, IN
Why This Role Is Important
- Serve as a key driver of cost optimization by leading contract negotiations and identifying savings opportunities across materials and services
- Ensure continuity of production by managing supplier performance, inventory levels, and material availability
- Play a critical role in maintaining operational efficiency by aligning procurement with production schedules and demand planning
- Strengthen supplier relationships to improve quality, delivery timelines, and long-term partnership value
- Support inventory management strategies to prevent stockouts and optimize working capital
- Act as a central point of coordination across purchasing, operations, and leadership to meet business and customer demands
- 4-7 years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience within a manufacturing environment
- Experience sourcing raw materials such as steel, metals, or components supporting production operations strongly preferred
- Proven ability to negotiate contracts, manage vendors, and drive cost savings initiatives
- Familiarity with ERP systems (Microsoft Dynamics 365 preferred, but similar systems acceptable)
- Strong understanding of supplier management, pricing analysis, and procurement best practices
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, plant-based environment with shifting priorities and production demands
