Purchasing Manager

On behalf of a U.S.-based industrial solutions provider specializing in engineered mechanical systems and components for demanding applications, we are looking for a Purchasing Manager to lead strategic and operational purchasing activities.

Summary

• Location: Berwick, PA – onsite role
• Reports to: General Manager – Chief Purchasing Officer (dotted line)
• Scope: Strategic & Operational Procurement
• Cross-functional collaboration: Engineering, Production, Quality, Sales

Company

Our client is a growing industrial solutions provider with strong engineering capabilities and a solid reputation for quality, reliability, and customer focus. The company delivers customized mechanical systems and components for complex applications, supported by a robust and international supply chain. Continuous improvement, technical excellence, and long-term partnerships with customers and suppliers are core elements of the organization’s culture.

Position

This role is critical in supporting the company’s supply chain performance and overall business growth. The Purchasing Manager will ensure the best quality/price ratio, full compliance with technical specifications, and on-time delivery of components and raw materials. Working closely with Engineering, Production, Quality, and Project Management, the role offers both strategic responsibility and hands-on operational involvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, qualify, and develop new suppliers at national and international level, continuously improving quality, service, and cost performance.
• Manage procurement of commercial and mechanical components, engineered-to-order parts, and metallic raw materials (steel, aluminum, special alloys).
• Monitor cost trends and market dynamics, proposing technical cost-saving initiatives.
• Align raw material market trends with purchased material costs through structured, contractual supplier agreements.
• Support and implement category strategies aligned with company and group objectives.
• Lead supplier negotiations, define commercial agreements and Service Level Agreements and establish corrective and improvement plans when required.
• Lead supplier negotiations, define commercial agreements and Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and establish corrective and improvement plans when required.
• Ensure recovery of costs related to non-quality issues or service failures.
• Guarantee timely and accurate communication between suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Support purchasing budget definition and project costing activities in collaboration with Sales and Engineering.

Profile

• Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Materials, or similar) or equivalent technical background.
• 5 years of experience as Buyer or Senior Buyer in an industrial environment, preferably within mechanical or metalworking industries.
• Strong understanding of technical drawings and mechanical manufacturing processes (turning, milling, treatments).
• Proven negotiation and supplier management experience, including international suppliers.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.
• Authorization to work in the United States without visa