Purchasing Manager (Supply Chain/Procurement) - Lansing, MI

Granger Waste Services

$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 4 years of purchasing, procurement, or inventory experience.
  • At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience.
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field.
  • Strong negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills.
  • Proficient in data analysis and Microsoft Office tools.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive strategic initiatives.
  • Fleet or asset management software experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures.
  • Lead sourcing efforts, including RFPs/RFQs and vendor selection.
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms for cost savings and service improvements.
  • Manage supplier relationships and evaluate performance, quality, and reliability.
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure proper delivery and inventory levels.
  • Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
  • Resolve vendor issues related to defective goods and service concerns.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary based on experience.
  • Up to 15% 401(k) contribution (no match required).
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Paid time off and holidays.
  • Stable, Monday - Friday schedule.
  • High-impact leadership role with cross-company influence.
Full Job Description
Job Details

  • Full-time

  • Exempt

  • On-site (Lansing, MI)


What You'll Get

  • Competitive salary (based on experience)

  • Up to 15% 401(k) contribution (no match required)

  • Health, dental, vision insurance

  • Paid time off + holidays

  • Stable, Monday - Friday schedule

  • High-impact leadership role with cross-company influence


What You'll Do

  • Develop and implement purchasing policies and procedures

  • Lead sourcing efforts, including RFPs/RFQs and vendor selection

  • Negotiate contracts, pricing and terms to achieve cost savings and service improvements

  • Manage supplier relationships and evaluate performance, quality and reliability

  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure proper delivery, inventory levels and asset utilization

  • Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs

  • Oversee the accuracy of purchasing activity, inventory and supplier performance

  • Resolve vendor issues, defective goods and service concerns

  • Drive cost savings initiatives and improve vendor pricing agreements

  • Enhance procurement processes to improve efficiency and reduce delays


Key Skills & Expertise

  • Procurement and strategic sourcing

  • Vendor management and negotiations

  • Contract management

  • Inventory and asset management

  • Cost reduction and process improvement

  • Supply chain operations


What We're Looking For

  • Minimum 4 years of purchasing, procurement or inventory experience

  • At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations or related field

  • Strong negotiation, analytical and vendor management skills

  • Experience with data analysis and Microsoft Office tools

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and drive strategic initiatives

  • Fleet or asset management software experience (preferred)


Work Schedule

Monday - Friday
Typical hours: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. (additional hours as needed)
Occasional travel to company locations required

Ready to lead purchasing strategy and make a real impact? Apply today. Interviews are actively being scheduled.

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