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Senior Buyer/Purchasing Manager
Job in
Emmaus, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania, 18098, USA
Listed on 2025-12-22
Listing for:
Woodweb
Full Time
position Listed on 2025-12-22
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Operations Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Senior Buyer / Purchasing Manager
Architectural Millwork & Casework Manufacturing
Job SummaryWe are seeking a Senior Buyer / Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing activities for a custom architectural millwork and casework manufacturing operation. This role is responsible for strategic sourcing, supplier management, and procurement execution to support production schedules, project budgets, and overall operational efficiency. This is a position within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Responsibilities- Lead procurement of lumber, sheet goods, veneers, laminates, hardware, finishes, and related materials
- Develop and manage supplier relationships; negotiate pricing, terms, and freight
- Oversee purchase order issuance, lead times, and delivery coordination
- Write purchase orders
- Collaborate with Project Management, Engineering, and Production to align purchasing with project schedules
- Monitor material costs, inventory levels, and job budgets
- Identify cost‑saving opportunities and sourcing improvements
- Resolve vendor, delivery, quality, and pricing issues
- Establish purchasing procedures and support continuous improvement initiatives
- Provide purchasing forecasts, reports, and cost analysis as needed
- 5+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience in architectural millwork, casework, woodworking, or construction manufacturing
- Strong knowledge of wood products, architectural hardware, and finishing materials
- Experience managing purchasing for multiple custom projects simultaneously
- Proven negotiation and vendor management skills
- Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, purchase orders, and Microsoft Excel
- Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
- Knowledge of AWI / QCP Standards
- Previous experience in a Senior Buyer or Purchasing Manager role
- Familiarity with architectural drawings and specifications
- Experience purchasing for commercial or institutional projects
- Knowledge of regional suppliers in the Mid‑Atlantic
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Health and dental insurance
- Sick / Personal / Vacations / Holiday
- 401K matching 6%
- Long‑term, stable opportunity with growth potential
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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