<p>We are looking for an experienced and proactive Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager to lead and optimize our client's procurement operations. This role involves managing a team, refining processes, and developing systems to ensure the seamless acquisition of materials and services essential for production, engineering, and overall business success. The ideal candidate will have a passion for leadership, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Lead and manage a purchasing team, including hiring, training, and developing staff to support organizational growth.</p><p>• Define clear roles, responsibilities, and performance expectations for team members, fostering accountability and collaboration.</p><p>• Oversee procurement activities for raw materials, components, capital equipment, and office supplies to ensure uninterrupted material availability.</p><p>• Collaborate with departments such as Manufacturing, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Operations to align purchasing strategies with company objectives.</p><p>• Evaluate and enhance procurement and inventory management processes to optimize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, supporting selection, qualification, and performance evaluations.</p><p>• Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives and value improvement opportunities across procurement operations.</p><p>• Support contract negotiations, pricing agreements, and strategies to ensure supply continuity.</p><p>• Act as the subject matter expert for purchasing systems, ensuring data accuracy and best practices in inventory control.</p><p>• Drive team performance through coaching and development, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Supply Chain Specialist to join a team on a contract basis in Saint Paul, Minnesota. In this role, you will focus on sourcing commercial real estate across multiple locations while managing various aspects of supply chain operations. This is a contract position lasting 2-3 months and offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a dynamic manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate and oversee sourcing efforts for commercial real estate in multiple regions to meet project goals.</p><p>• Manage procurement activities, including generating and adjusting purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of materials.</p><p>• Monitor supply chain operations and respond to shortages, delays, and production schedule changes.</p><p>• Communicate regularly with stakeholders to provide updates on supply chain performance and status.</p><p>• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to enhance cost efficiency, quality, and delivery timelines.</p><p>• Analyze supplier contracts and ensure compliance with agreed terms and organizational standards.</p><p>• Administer supplier agreements and address any deviations to maintain smooth operations.</p><p>• Identify opportunities for improvement by analyzing costs of materials and labor.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to relevant laws, regulations, and company policies.</p><p>• Perform other assigned duties and support additional projects as needed.</p>