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Purchasing Manager
Manufacturing | Columbus, OH Area
Salary: Up to $90,000 + Benefits
We are a growing manufacturing organization in the Columbus, Ohio area seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead and evolve our procurement function. This is a high‑impact role offering the opportunity to build, develop, and lead a purchasing team while directly influencing cost strategy, supplier relationships, and operational performance.
What You’ll Do
- Own and manage all purchasing and procurement activities to support manufacturing operations
- Develop sourcing strategies, negotiate contracts, and drive cost savings initiatives
- Build and scale a purchasing team, including hiring, training, and performance management
- Partner closely with Operations, Engineering, Finance, and Supply Chain to support production goals
- Establish and improve purchasing processes, policies, and supplier performance metrics
- Manage vendor relationships to ensure quality, cost, delivery, and risk objectives are met
What We’re Looking For
- Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain leadership within a manufacturing environment
- Proven ability to negotiate costs, manage spend, and improve supplier performance
- Leadership mindset with interest or experience in building and mentoring teams
- Strong analytical, communication, and cross‑functional collaboration skills
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and data‑driven decision making
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to shape and lead a growing purchasing organization
- Competitive salary up to $90,000, commensurate with experience
- Collaborative leadership team with a focus on continuous improvement
- Stable manufacturing environment with long‑term growth potential