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Purchasing Manager - Grandville Area

The Pivot GroupGrandville, Michigan, United States
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Purchasing Manager - Grandville Area

Purchasing Manager - Grandville Area

The Pivot GroupGrandville, Michigan, United States
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Purchasing Manager | Grandville, MI

Salary Range: $83,000 - $123,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for strategic procurement and supplier relationship management? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Grandville seeking experienced Purchasing Managers.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Grandville region seeking Purchasing Managers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement strategic purchasing plans and policies to support manufacturing operations.
  • Identify, evaluate, and qualify new suppliers globally to optimize cost, quality, and delivery performance.
  • Negotiate favorable terms, pricing, and contracts with suppliers for raw materials, components, and MRO items.
  • Manage supplier relationships to ensure on-time delivery, quality compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Collaborate with production, engineering, and quality teams to forecast material needs and ensure supply chain continuity.
  • Implement cost reduction strategies and initiatives without compromising product quality or supply reliability.
  • Oversee inventory levels of purchased materials to minimize carrying costs while preventing stockouts.

Recommended Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related technical field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in purchasing or supply chain management within a manufacturing environment.
  • Demonstrated expertise in strategic sourcing, supplier negotiation, and contract management.
  • Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and advanced supply chain analytics tools.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, inventory control, and quality assurance principles.

Bonus Qualifications

  • Lean or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt preferred)
  • Experience with ERP/MRP system implementation or significant module upgrades
  • Fluency in a second language relevant to international sourcing
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

Job Titles That Should Apply

Purchasing Manager, Procurement Manager, Supply Chain Manager, Sourcing Manager, Materials Manager, Category Manager, Vendor Manager, Senior Buyer, Procurement Director, Head of Procurement

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

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. The Pivot Group 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.