YER USA · 11 hours ago
Purchasing Manager
YER USA is a growing industrial solutions provider specializing in engineered mechanical systems and components. They are seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead strategic and operational purchasing activities, ensuring quality and compliance while managing supplier relationships.
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
Qualification
Required
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 sponsorship