Purchasing Specialist (Manufacturing Industry)

Position Title: Purchasing Specialist Location: Stevensville MD Industry: Manufacturing

Overview We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Specialist to support procurement operations within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This role will be responsible for sourcing materials, issuing purchase orders, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring production teams receive materials on time.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience purchasing for manufacturing operations and working within ERP or MRP systems to support production schedules and inventory planning.

Responsibilities

Source and purchase raw materials, components, and supplies for manufacturing operations

Create and manage purchase orders using ERP/MRP systems

Obtain quotes, evaluate suppliers, and negotiate pricing and delivery terms

Track orders and ensure timely delivery of materials to support production schedules

Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with production and planning teams

Maintain purchasing records, supplier data, and procurement documentation

Support cost reduction initiatives and supplier performance management

Qualifications

6+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience

Experience purchasing within a manufacturing or production environment

Experience using ERP or MRP systems

Strong organizational, negotiation, and vendor management skills

Proficiency with Excel and standard business software

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field

Professional certifications such as CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management), CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management), or similar

Experience supporting production planning or inventory management in manufacturing