Manager - Purchasing

Job Overview

Lead our Purchasing & Supplier Management team, supporting our Danbury and Winsted plants, with clear strategies and strong decisions to drive operational excellence and supplier partnerships.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies, policies, and procedures tailored to the assigned organizational unit
• Monitor and establish performance metrics to ensure effective purchasing activities across all levels
• Guide and expand the supplier base focusing on quality, cost, and delivery (QCD) targets
• Collaborate in make-or-buy decisions for sourcing optimization
• Manage planning, prioritization, and allocation of resources and budgets within the department
• Initiate and coordinate continuous improvement initiatives to enhance purchasing processes

Your Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Mechanical Engineering, Supply Chain Management or a comparable field
• 7+ years of experience in purchasing and supplier development in a manufacturing or production environment
• 5+ years of leadership experience in a group leader or manager role
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to establish and monitor performance metrics
• Excellent decision-making and resource management capabilities
• Proficient communication skills and a leadership mindset suitable for managing teams and cross-functional collaboration
• External applicants must be authorized to work in the US without employment VISA or other sponsorship
• This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required. "US Person" includes US Citizen, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

Our Offering

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage: Employees receive access to a range of medical, dental, and vision insurance plans, ensuring their well-being and peace of mind.
• Generous retirement savings options: The company provides competitive 401(k) matching contributions (up to 6%), empowering employees to build a secure financial future.
• Professional development opportunities: The company invests in its employees' growth by offering tuition reimbursement, skill development workshops, and ongoing learning and development programs.
• Wellness initiatives: Employees have access to wellness programs and resources aimed at promoting physical, mental, and emotional health, fostering a supportive and thriving work environment.

See all of our benefits at: Schaeffler Benefits