Purchasing Manager | Caro, MI

Salary Range: $85,000 - $125,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for strategic procurement and supplier relationship management? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We collaborate with companies in the Caro area seeking experienced Purchasing Managers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Purchasing Manager opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Caro in Tuscola County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Marlette, Millington, Akron, and Cass City.

The Opportunity

We partner with manufacturers across the Caro area seeking Purchasing Managers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.

Usual Responsibilities

• Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers and vendors.
• Issue purchase orders and track delivery schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and reorder materials as needed.
• Resolve supply shortages and late shipments with vendors.
• Review supplier performance and maintain approved vendor lists.
• Manage the purchasing budget and report cost variances.
• Coordinate with production and engineering on material needs.
• Maintain purchasing records and contract documentation.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Experience with ERP systems and purchase order software.
• Knowledge of raw material and component markets.
• Solid spreadsheet and cost analysis skills.
• Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or a related field.
• Five or more years of purchasing experience in manufacturing.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience sourcing from overseas suppliers.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and inventory practices.
• Contract review and legal terms experience.
• Experience in a high-volume production environment.
• APICS or ISM certification.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Buyer, Senior Buyer, Materials Manager, Sourcing Manager, Commodity Manager, Purchasing Agent, Supply Chain Specialist, Procurement Manager, Supply Chain Manager

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

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 at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network 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.