Purchasing Manager [HT-932113]
Purchasing Manager [HT-932113]
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MCWANE DUCTILE
PURCHASING MANAGER
Are you a firm fair and consistent leader Do you stand your ground while remaining likeable and approachable In the world of purchasing supply chain and people do you know how to build lasting relationships and drive meaningful progress If you can lead people improve processes and navigate complexity with confidence we want to talk to you.
Our ideal Purchasing Manager leads with:
- Team-first execution: Youre a true player-coach willing to get your hands dirty empower your team and model accountability. Whether mentoring analyzing data or jumping in to get the job done you lead by example and bring others along with you.
- Initiative: Youre a self-starter and a doer. Adaptable resourceful and proactive you dont wait to be told - you take the reins. Your ownership mindset is backed by experience and a servant leadership style that motivates others to follow your lead.
- Continuous improvement: Youre committed curious and always learning. Whether improving yourself or your processes youre driven to analyze reflect and follow through. You balance urgency with emotional intelligence making thoughtful moves that bring your team and stakeholders along for the ride.
- Solutions-oriented leadership: You thrive in the details balancing cost timing specs and compliance without losing sight of the big picture. Youre technical enough to understand how things work savvy enough to negotiate smartly and experienced enough to guide others through change. You ask the right questions make informed decisions and solve problems that matter.
As our Purchasing Manager youre as much a people person as you are a systems thinker. You love the mechanics of how things work - tools processes and supply systems alike - and you know how to apply that understanding in an industrial environment. You understand that trust is earned and that real progress happens when people feel heard valued and included in the process. Whether youre saving money mentoring a buyer or leading a systems upgrade you find energy in complexity and satisfaction in impact.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Maintain a team atmosphere within the purchasing department fostering a goal-oriented culture built on trust urgency and collaboration
- Build cross-functional relationships throughout the organization developing trust and credibility across departments and levels
- Spend time in key departments to understand internal workflows stakeholder needs and how purchasing impacts the broader operation
- Document and streamline purchasing processes conducting gap analysis and gaining alignment on best practices that are clear practical and followed by all
- Understand the raw materials market and stay informed on industry trends to support informed strategic purchasing decisions
- Optimize lead times onboard new suppliers when needed and improve continuity through second sourcing and vendor diversification
- Manage vendor performance and internal compliance reducing risk and ensuring purchasing decisions reflect long-term priorities
- Lead inventory control initiatives including system setup reporting tools and proactive alignment with production and finance
- Play a key role in the companys system migration and supply chain transformation efforts bringing both structure and team buy-in
- Identify opportunities for improvement lead change thoughtfully and earn support through clear communication and practical solutions
- Communicate effectively across all levels of the organizationfrom union to corporateadapting your leadership approach as needed
- Coach develop and hold direct reports accountable fostering a respectful high-performance environment rooted in trust and growth
- Oversee strategic purchasing for scrap and raw materials applying a disciplined value-focused approach to sourcing decisions
This is a full-time on-site position requiring weekend availability based out of Coshocton OH. Relocation package available.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
- 5 years of purchasing experience
- 5 years of leadership experience including managing teams of 35 direct reports
- Experience implementing change such as new software system upgrades or process improvements
- Experience managing multi-million-dollar inventory and vendor relationships
- Proven success in vendor management including contract negotiation and compliance
- Proficient with purchasing or supply chain software with strong Excel skills
Preferred
- Strongly prefer experience in a heavy industrial manufacturing environment
- 10 years of combined purchasing experience and/or formal education in a related field
- Bachelors degree in a related field
- Certifications such as CPIM CSCP CPSM CPP or CPPM
- Experience with vendor-managed inventory programs
- Power BI experience
Desired
- Experience with international buying and global supplier markets
- Experience working in a unionized environment
THE COMPANY McWane Ductile
McWane Ductile a division of McWane Inc. has been an industry leader in the manufacture of water distribution and infrastructure products since 1921. With three U.S. foundries McWane Ductile offers superior service while supplying Ductile iron pipe across North America and beyond all while maintaining an unwavering commitment to safety and quality. Through continued innovation it is our goal to meet the customer needs and industry demands of the future in order to Build Iron Strong Utilities for Generations.
WHY WORK WITH US
McWane Ductile is committed to being a safe workplace for team members providing high-quality products to our customers and being a good neighbor in our communities. Here youll join a team that is resilient adaptable and proud of the work we do. We dont stand still. We continue to grow improve and take on new challenges every day. With 115 years of history and a deeply rooted culture of trust and empowerment were Iron Strong for a reason!
- Continuous learning opportunities
- Accountability for decision-making
- Open-door policy at all levels
- Emphasis on safety
- Multi-generational workforce with long-term employees
- Strong focus on culture initiatives
- Collaboration with unions
- Community activism and engagement: top United Way giver 5 years in a row active in schools parks and local boards
- Purpose-driven work: providing essential clean water transportation products
- Utilization of recycled materials
- Opportunities for advancement and career exploration within the organization
- Support for youth through internships and co-op programs with local schools
- A culture of appreciation trust and empowered decision-making
- A fast-paced ever-changing environment where no two days are the same
OUR CORE VALUES
- Safety: People First
- Leadership: I am Always on Stage
- Accountability: Lead Myself Well
- Excellence: Always Working to be Better
- Trust: The Speed of Trust
- Teamwork: Help Each Other Be Great
- Communication: Candid Clear & Constructive
- Environment: Protect our Communities
Benefits: Health Vision and Dental Plan PTO 401(k) match Life Insurance
Salary: $90k $110k
Join our team and be part of something Iron Strong. Apply now!
JOB CODE: McWane Ductile
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full Time
