<p>We are looking for an experienced Purchaser to join our clients team in Westlake, Ohio. This role is ideal for someone with knowledge in procurement processes, vendor management, and team leadership. You will play a vital part in maintaining efficient purchasing operations, ensuring quality standards, and driving performance metrics.</p><p><br></p><p>Must have experience in electrical equipment purchasing!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee purchasing activities, with a focus on electrical equipment procurement.</p><p>• Manage a team of 2-3 direct reports, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.</p><p>• Review and approve invoices and purchase orders to maintain compliance with company policies.</p><p>• Coordinate with vendors to manage bids, address corrective actions, and monitor customer feedback.</p><p>• Prepare and process purchase orders and bill of materials for project planning and execution.</p><p>• Provide accurate estimates for material requirements to support project needs.</p><p>• Maintain vendor profiles and relationships to ensure consistent quality and service.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams to align purchasing strategies with organizational objectives.</p>
We are looking for an experienced and strategic VP/Director of Finance to lead the financial operations of our organization in Cleveland, Ohio. This role is critical in ensuring robust financial management, cost analysis, and strategic planning to drive organizational success. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in accounting and finance within manufacturing or related industries.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage all aspects of financial operations, including purchasing, accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and general ledger activities.<br>• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of monthly, quarterly, and year-end financial closings.<br>• Prepare comprehensive financial statements and management reports for stakeholders.<br>• Establish and maintain effective internal controls, policies, and procedures to safeguard assets and ensure compliance.<br>• Analyze production costs, margins, and pricing strategies to identify opportunities for improvement.<br>• Collaborate with operations teams to monitor inventory, material usage, and waste management.<br>• Develop detailed job costing models and profitability reports to support decision-making.<br>• Lead the budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow planning processes to align with organizational goals.<br>• Manage relationships with banking institutions, credit facilities, and insurance providers.<br>• Supervise and mentor AP/AR and purchasing staff, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our team in Canton, Ohio, within the manufacturing industry. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a key role in optimizing purchasing strategies and ensuring smooth coordination between suppliers and internal teams. This role requires a proactive individual who can effectively manage procurement activities to support production schedules and project deadlines.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process factory orders and develop purchasing strategies to meet production timelines efficiently.<br>• Assess supplier options, negotiate contracts, and issue purchase orders that align with budget and demand.<br>• Collaborate with the production team to monitor material deliveries and ensure they match manufacturing needs.<br>• Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to address procurement challenges and enhance supply chain operations.<br>• Maintain up-to-date records of suppliers, pricing, and purchase histories in the organizational system.<br>• Foster relationships with dependable suppliers to guarantee timely delivery of materials and tooling for new programs.<br>• Identify and mitigate risks such as material shortages or delays by implementing alternative solutions or expedited sourcing.<br>• Escalate critical supply issues to the Procurement Manager to prevent disruptions to production schedules.<br>• Partner with engineering, program management, and sales teams to synchronize material requirements with project goals.<br>• Support the quoting team in cases where vendor responses are delayed or absent.
