Find & Apply For Procurement / Sourcing Manager Jobs in Scranton, Pennsylvania

We are looking for a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations and ensure materials and services are sourced efficiently to support business needs. This role is responsible for strengthening supplier relationships, improving purchasing processes, and maintaining cost, quality, and delivery expectations. The ideal candidate brings strong operational judgment, market awareness, and the ability to coordinate purchasing activities across multiple functions.

Responsibilities:

• Direct daily procurement activities to secure materials and services in alignment with production schedules, budget goals, and company standards.
• Build and maintain effective supplier partnerships while negotiating pricing, terms, and service levels that support long-term value.
• Evaluate purchasing performance and identify opportunities to improve cost control, lead times, and overall supply continuity.
• Oversee the purchasing process from request through order fulfillment, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely communication with internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand, align supply plans, and resolve issues related to availability or vendor performance.
• Monitor market conditions, supplier capabilities, and material trends to support informed sourcing decisions and reduce risk.
• Establish and refine procurement procedures to promote consistency, accountability, and operational efficiency across purchasing functions.
• Prepare reports and provide updates on spending, supplier activity, and procurement outcomes to support management decision-making.
• Proven experience managing purchasing or procurement operations in a leadership capacity.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing methods, supplier management, and material purchasing best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts, pricing, and service agreements effectively.
• Experience coordinating multiple purchasing priorities while maintaining accuracy and meeting deadlines.
• Solid analytical skills with the ability to review spend, assess vendor performance, and recommend improvements.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with suppliers and internal business partners.
• Proficiency with procurement systems, reporting tools, and standard business software.
• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, operations, or a related field is preferred.

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