Purchasing Manager

Overview

S&S Worldwide, Inc., the largest US manufacturer of roller coasters and thrill rides, is seeking a full-time Purchasing Manager.

• Strategic Sourcing & Supply Chain Management
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies across domestic, regional, and international markets, with an emphasis on low-cost manufacturing partners.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers to strengthen supply continuity, cost competitiveness, and manufacturing capability.
• Monitor global supply market conditions, logistics constraints, and supply chain risks; develop contingency and secondary sourcing plans.
• Vendor Management
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with key manufacturing vendors and suppliers.
• Negotiate contracts to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms and reliable service levels. Manage vendor performance using KPIs, scorecards, and periodic reviews focused on cost, quality, delivery, and service.
• Address and resolve vendor-related issues, including quality concerns, delays and non-performance.
• Ensure vendor compliance with company standards, ethical sourcing practices and regulatory requirements.
• Purchasing Operations
• Develop, implement and maintain purchasing policies and procedures to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Review and approve purchase requisitions for proper authorization and accurate accounting codes.
• Establish and manage blanket purchase orders, monitoring cost and performance throughout the contract term.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications with a high level of accuracy, including understanding of drawing Bills of Material, measurements in both imperial and metric, revision tracking, etc.
• Understanding of weldments and mechanical assemblies and how individual components integrate within larger systems.
• Experience sourcing machined-to-print parts made from mild steel, alloy steel, and aluminum, including special processing requirements for coatings, surface treatments, heat treatment, etc.
• Knowledge of small-quantity and demand-based purchasing practices, with an emphasis on cost efficiency and timely fulfillment.
• Familiarity with machining and fabrication processes, including milling, lathe, laser cutting, waterjet cutting, etc., and how these impact price, lead times, vendor selection, etc.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering and production teams to ensure materials and components meet design and operational requirements, project budgets, and timely delivery.
• Investigate and resolve discrepancies related to delayed, damaged, or incomplete shipments.
• Ensure adherence to environmental, safety, and regulatory standards, including compliance with U.S. laws.
• Uphold corporate standards for ethical conduct and safety in all procurement activities.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by S&S Worldwide.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience (preferred).
• Minimum of five years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or a related buying role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
• Net Suite a plus
• Ensure adherence to environmental, safety, and regulatory standards, including compliance with U.S. laws.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively both in person and over the phone.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Salary: $80000 - $105000 per year