Hubbell Incorporated · 5 hours ago
Purchasing Supervisor - Des Moines, IA
Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expHubbell Incorporated creates critical infrastructure solutions that power customers and communities. The Purchasing Supervisor will oversee the purchasing process, manage vendor relationships, and ensure the best value for the Des Moines facility.
Electrical & Electronic Manufacturing
Responsibilities
Selects, develops, evaluates, and supervises Purchasing staff to insure appropriate assignment of work and completion of department deliverables. Provides training and guidance and advises subordinates as necessary
Negotiates with new and current vendors on an ongoing basis to ensure the best possible price and service guarantee for all goods and services. Represents company in negotiating contracts and formulating policies/ account/ credit terms with suppliers
Reviews requisitions to ensure appropriate approval, correct account numbers and conformance to company policies
Analyzes market and delivery systems in order to assess present and future material availability. Tracks and reports on market conditions and merchandise costs
Monitors vendor performance and quality addresses issues in a timely manner and seeks replacement sources for inadequate vendors
Works closely with Receiving Department to ensure that supplies arrive on time, traces delinquent arrivals through purchase orders, and arranges for the disposal of surplus/obsolete materials
Participates in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials
Continually analyzes and evaluates existing process documentation and procedures; recommends and oversees process improvements
Identifies and resolves issues that arise relative to purchasing operations collaborating with other areas as appropriate (Manufacturing, Planning, Inventory Control, Quality, etc.)
Assumes additional responsibilities as needed
Qualification
Required
6-8 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
Significant experience in a supervisory capacity
Requires excellent negotiating skills
Must possess excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and SAP with a working knowledge of MRP/ERP software and concepts
Organizational skills for efficient office control are mandatory
Ability to communicate professionally with people at all levels of the organization and external contacts
Requires solid problem solving and decision-making skills
Company
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell Incorporated is a leading manufacturer of utility and electrical solutions that help build more reliable, resilient, and renewable energy infrastructure.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Nord
Retired Chairman and CEO
Bill Sperry
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2025-10-02
2025-09-12
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