I manage this role: Robert Smith
ARM Group is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead procurement, supplier management, and purchasing activities in a manufacturing environment.
The ideal candidate will have strong experience in manufacturing procurement, strategic sourcing, vendor negotiations, materials management, inventory control, and cost-reduction initiatives.
Location: Charlotte, NC
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $120,000–$130,000 annually
Relocation Assistance: Available
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with operational and cost-saving objectives.
- Manage supplier relationships and negotiate pricing, contracts, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
- Oversee purchasing activities and the processing of purchase orders.
- Partner with production, supply chain, and inventory teams to forecast material requirements.
- Ensure timely availability of materials to support uninterrupted production.
- Monitor supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, and service.
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction, supplier consolidation, and process improvement.
- Maintain accurate records of purchasing, suppliers, pricing, and contracts.
- Support inventory optimization and materials management initiatives.
- Lead and mentor purchasing team members and support cross-functional projects.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management.
- Strong preference for experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
- Proven experience in supplier/vendor negotiations and contract management.
- Experience purchasing raw materials, components, MRO, or other production-related materials.
- Strong understanding of materials management, inventory control, and supply-chain principles.
- Experience with ERP/procurement systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
- Demonstrated success delivering cost savings and supplier-performance improvements.
- Previous team leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
- CPSM, CPM, CPIM, or similar professional certification is a plus.
Disclaimer:
ARM GROUP is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, sex, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
We actively encourage applications from individuals with diverse backgrounds, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for applicants participating in all aspects of the selection process.
By applying for this job, you consent to allow representatives of ARM GROUP LLC to contact you regarding your candidacy. This may include communication via email, phone, text, or other means deemed appropriate by ARM GROUP LLC. Rest assured, your information will be handled confidentially and used solely for recruitment purposes.
It’s important to note that ARM Group LLC does not interfere in the decision-making process regarding your selection or rejection. The ultimate decision to hire or reject your candidacy lies solely with the client organization, with whom we have an agreement to source candidates for their consideration
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. All applicants must submit to background check and drug screening.
Applicants for this position must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please be aware that this position does not meet the employment requirements for individuals with F-1 OPT STEM work authorization status