EMT International ยท 1 day ago
Purchasing Manager
Hobart, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expEMT International is seeking a Purchasing Manager responsible for developing and executing sourcing and procurement strategies for capital equipment manufacturing of commercial printing equipment. The role involves managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and leading the Purchasing team to support production schedules and business objectives.
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Responsibilities
Develop, implement, and manage purchasing strategies aligned with production schedule and company goals for cost, quality, and delivery
Oversee daily purchasing operations, including purchase order creation, supplier management, and material planning coordination
Negotiate and establish supplier agreements to secure favorable terms for pricing, lead times, and quality
Identify and qualify new suppliers to support business growth, capacity, and risk mitigation
Collaborate closely with engineering, production, and inventory teams to forecast material needs and prevent disruptions
Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure supplier capabilities align with technical and manufacturing requirements
Monitor supplier performance metrics (on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness) and drive corrective actions when needed
Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier data in ERP/MRP systems
Lead cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement projects within the supply chain
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations
Supervise, mentor, and develop purchasing staff to enhance departmental effectiveness and professional growth
Qualification
Required
Develop, implement, and manage purchasing strategies aligned with production schedule and company goals for cost, quality, and delivery
Oversee daily purchasing operations, including purchase order creation, supplier management, and material planning coordination
Negotiate and establish supplier agreements to secure favorable terms for pricing, lead times, and quality
Identify and qualify new suppliers to support business growth, capacity, and risk mitigation
Collaborate closely with engineering, production, and inventory teams to forecast material needs and prevent disruptions
Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure supplier capabilities align with technical and manufacturing requirements
Monitor supplier performance metrics (on-time delivery, quality, responsiveness) and drive corrective actions when needed
Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier data in ERP/MRP systems
Lead cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement projects within the supply chain
Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and applicable regulations
Supervise, mentor, and develop purchasing staff to enhance departmental effectiveness and professional growth
Strong knowledge of sourcing mechanical, electrical, and fabricated components; Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications for sourcing technical components; Experience in the commercial printing or capital equipment manufacturing industry preferred
Excellent negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Strong communication and relationship management abilities
Strong understanding of manufacturing and supply chain processes, preferably in capital equipment or precision manufacturing environments; Understanding of inventory control, logistics, and production planning
Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Epicor, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent); Experience with Epicor preferred
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Demonstrated leadership and team development abilities
Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, or related field; Will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in a manufacturing or OEM environment
Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., Epicor, SAP, Oracle, or similar)
Preferred
Experience in the commercial printing or capital equipment manufacturing industry preferred
2+ years in a supervisory or management role preferred
Experience with Epicor preferred
Company
EMT International
EMT International is a premier designer and manufacturer of custom and standardized equipment and accessories for the digital print, converting, paper, document processing, packaging, and printing industries worldwide.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dave Stone
Chief Financial Officer
Brian Geurts
Chief Operating Officer
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