Decimal Engineering · 13 hours ago
Purchasing Manager
Decimal Engineering is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead and optimize their purchasing operations. This role is critical to maintaining uninterrupted production by ensuring the timely and cost-effective flow of materials, supplies, and services.
Industrial ManufacturingManufacturingMechanical Engineering
Responsibilities
Lead and manage purchasing operations to support demanding production schedules
Direct and develop the Purchasing Team to drive efficiency, accountability, and performance
Create, manage, and maintain purchase orders, contracts, pricing, and cost data
Build and strengthen supplier relationships to ensure quality, reliability, and value
Develop and maintain an approved supplier list and supplier performance metrics
Implement and manage supplier evaluation and continuous improvement programs
Audit purchasing processes and work instructions; identify gaps and drive documentation improvements
Ensure compliance with ISO, AS9100, ITAR, and DFAR requirements
Monitor market trends, material availability, and pricing volatility; recommend proactive strategies
Communicate critical purchasing updates to internal stakeholders
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma required; additional business education preferred
Minimum 5 years of purchasing experience, preferably in sheet metal manufacturing
Minimum 5 years of supervisory experience in purchasing or supply chain management
Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems (Made2Manage experience a plus)
Solid understanding of inventory control and business fundamentals
Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Ability to consistently work 45–50 hours per week in a fast-paced environment
Physical ability to meet operational requirements (sight and hearing correctable to normal)
Company
Decimal Engineering
Decimal Engineering provides laser marking, metal fabrication, screw machining, CNC machining, stamping, laser cutting & wire EDM services.
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase