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Senior Purchasing Manager
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Milwaukee ForgeTech, Inc.
Milwaukee, WI (In Person)
$130,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Senior Purchasing Manager Milwaukee ForgeTech, Inc. Milwaukee, WI Job Details Full-time From $130,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Teamwork ERP systems Supply chain management Strategic thinking Manufacturing Full Job Description Lead Strategy. Drive Savings. Strengthen the Supply Chain. Are you a strategic procurement leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment? Do you enjoy negotiating high-value contracts, building strong supplier partnerships, and driving measurable cost savings? We're looking for a Senior Purchasing Manager to lead and elevate our procurement strategy — ensuring supply chain resilience, maximizing production efficiency, and minimizing manufacturing costs. This is a high-impact leadership role with direct visibility to executive leadership and significant influence on company performance. If you're ready to shape long-term sourcing strategy and make a measurable difference, we want to talk to you. Duties Lead and execute strategic procurement initiatives that drive cost savings and strengthen supply chain resilience Negotiate high-value contracts and establish material cost standards that support company profitability Manage and optimize steel purchasing strategies, including pricing, contracts, and inventory alignment Build and maintain strong supplier partnerships while monitoring performance through KPIs and scorecards Reduce inventory levels without disrupting production continuity Collaborate cross-functionally with finance, operations, and engineering to align sourcing with business goals Mentor and lead purchasing team members while presenting performance insights to senior leadership What You Bring Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (or equivalent experience) CPSM, CPM, or other professional certification strongly preferred 5+ years of progressive purchasing/procurement experience 3+ years of leadership or supervisory experience Deep knowledge of steel pricing, commodity markets, and strategic sourcing Strong ERP and purchasing systems expertise Proven track record of delivering measurable cost savings Exceptional negotiation and executive-level communication skills Ability to travel to vendor locations as needed Work Environment This role operates in both office and manufacturing environments. Safety glasses and safety shoes are required in production areas. Occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs) may be required. Why Join Us? High-visibility leadership role reporting to the COO Opportunity to shape long-term sourcing strategy Direct impact on company profitability and operational excellence Collaborative, cross-functional leadership environment Growth-focused organization that values innovation and continuous improvement If you are a strategic thinker with strong leadership instincts and deep procurement expertise — especially in steel and manufacturing supply chains — we invite you to apply.