Position OverviewGTI designs, engineers, and manufactures complex modular systems supporting modular data center infrastructure, energy storage, power generation platforms, defense, and industrial markets. Operating in a high-mix, engineered-to-order environment, GTI depends on disciplined purchasing execution, supplier performance, and material continuity to support rapid growth and customer delivery commitments across multiple manufacturing facilities.
Key ResponsibilitiesPurchasing Operations & Material Continuity• Lead daily purchasing operations for the Sheet Metal spend category
• Prevent shortages impacting production schedules, launches, or customer commitments
• Establish clear purchasing priorities aligned to production demand and business needs
Supplier Management & Commercial Ownership• Manage supplier performance related to cost, quality, delivery, responsiveness, and lead time adherence
• Lead pricing negotiations, commercial issue resolution, and annual cost improvement initiatives
• Develop alternate sources, dual-source strategies, and supplier recovery plans
• Build strong supplier relationships while holding accountability to performance standards
Inventory, Planning & KPI Management• Partner with Planning and Operations to balance inventory turns, stock availability, and working capital objectives
• Improve supplier on-time delivery, shortage reduction, aged inventory, and purchase price variance metrics
• Use ERP/MRP signals to drive disciplined replenishment and procurement timing
Leadership & Team Development• Lead Purchasing Coordinators/Specialists for the Metal Category
• Build accountability, urgency, communication discipline, and execution consistency
• Support hiring, onboarding, and growth of the purchasing organization
Cross-Functional Collaboration• Partner with Engineering on technical sourcing, alternates, and new product introduction (NPI) launches
• Work with Finance on accruals, payment issues, savings tracking, and inventory valuation impacts
• Coordinate with Warehouse and Receiving teams on inbound flow and supplier execution issues
• Support leadership on escalations, supply constraints, and strategic sourcing initiatives
RequirementsRequired Qualifications• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field preferred
• 6-10+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience
• 2+ years of leadership experience managing teams
• Manufacturing, industrial, or engineered-to-order purchasing background
• Strong ERP/MRP experience
• Strong negotiation, supplier management, and analytical skills
Preferred Qualifications• Experience supporting modular manufacturing, fabrication, electrical integration, or industrial systems
• APICS, CPSM, CPM, Lean Six Sigma, or related certifications preferred
• Multi-site purchasing leadership experience preferred
Benefits & PerksGTI Fabrication offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support employees and their families while providing long-term career growth opportunities within a fast-growing manufacturing organization. Benefits may include:
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match (where applicable)
- Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
- Sick time in accordance with state and local requirements
- Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
- Career advancement opportunities within a rapidly growing organization
- Exposure to advanced manufacturing, modular infrastructure, and large-scale industrial projects
- Collaborative, fast-paced environment with strong operational and engineering leadership
- Employee-focused culture centered on safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement
Benefits eligibility and offerings may vary based on position, location, and employment classification.
$100,000 - $120,000 a year
