Senior Purchasing Manager

Lead Strategic Procurement for a Growing U.S. Manufacturing Facility

Are you an experienced Purchasing Manager, Supply Chain Manager, or Strategic Sourcing Leader looking to make a significant impact in manufacturing? Our client is seeking a Senior Purchasing Manager to lead procurement strategy, supplier development, and sourcing operations for a growing manufacturing facility in the Greater Greensboro, NC area specializing in electrical components and voltage regulator production.

This is a unique opportunity to help build and expand a U.S.-based manufacturing operation while driving supplier partnerships, cost reduction initiatives, and supply chain excellence.

Senior Purchasing Manager Responsibilities

• Lead strategic sourcing, procurement, and supplier management activities for electrical and electronic components.


• Develop, qualify, onboard, and manage domestic and international suppliers to ensure quality, cost competitiveness, and supply continuity.


• Create and execute sourcing strategies that support engineering, production, and business growth objectives.


• Negotiate supplier contracts, pricing agreements, and long-term partnerships to improve efficiency and reduce costs.


• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams on new product development, supplier localization, and technical sourcing initiatives.


• Support manufacturing plant startup, expansion, and operational optimization efforts.


• Establish procurement processes that enable scalable manufacturing operations and long-term growth.


• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, audits, risk assessments, and continuous improvement programs.


• Analyze market trends, raw material costs, and supply chain risks to maintain competitive sourcing strategies.


• Lead and mentor procurement professionals while fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.


• Prepare and present procurement metrics, supplier performance data, and sourcing recommendations to executive leadership.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related field.


• 5-10 years of progressive purchasing, procurement, or strategic sourcing experience.


• Experience supporting U.S. manufacturing operations, facility expansion, or factory startup projects.


• Strong knowledge of supplier management, contract negotiation, and cost reduction strategies.


• Experience sourcing electrical, electronic, or industrial manufacturing components.


• Proven leadership experience managing procurement teams and cross-functional projects.


• Proficiency with ERP systems, procurement software, and supply chain analytics tools.


• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.


• Professional-level English proficiency

Preferred:

• MBA or Master's degree.


• CPSM, CSCP, CIPS, or related supply chain certification.


• Experience working with both domestic and international suppliers.


• Knowledge of manufacturing compliance standards, supplier audits, and quality systems.


• Experience supporting greenfield or brownfield manufacturing projects.


• Background in electronics manufacturing, power systems, voltage regulators, or electrical component production.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity:

• Play a key leadership role in shaping a growing U.S. manufacturing operation.


• Influence sourcing strategy and supplier partnerships at an executive level.


• Work on high-impact manufacturing and supply chain initiatives.


• Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career advancement opportunities.


• Join an innovative organization focused on manufacturing excellence and continuous growth.