Senior Purchasing Manager

Job DescriptionLaSalle Network has partnered with a global food processing and manufacturing company in the northern suburbs of Chicago. They are looking to hire a Senior Purchasing Manager to help them grow their business. As a Senior Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing all aspect of procurement, sourcing, vendor management and contract negotiation.Senior Purchasing Manager Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, conducting market research and supplier assessments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to select suppliers that meet quality standards and cost-effectiveness
• Implement just-in-time (JIT) and lean inventory principles to improve working capital efficiency
• Negotiate contracts and request RFPs

Senior Purchasing Manager Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management or a related field; master's degree a plus
• 5+ years of experience in purchasing or procurement within an manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with purchasing software and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

As a Senior Purchasing Manager, you will contribute to our client's success and growth by ensuring a reliable and cost-efficient supply chain. Apply now to be part of our growing team!Thank you,Meghan McGrathSenior Project ManagerLaSalle NetworkLaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.