Purchasing Manager Job at FBSPL, Springfield, MO

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  • FBSPL
  • Springfield, MO

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Purchasing Manager

Location: Springfield, MO

Department: Purchasing

Overview:

Join a global leader in commercial vehicle systems, delivering high-performance axle and suspension solutions through advanced engineering. This role leads purchasing activities for direct materials, focusing on supplier management, cost optimization, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage supplier relationships, including costing, lead times, quality, and contract negotiations
  • Ensure purchased components meet engineering and company specifications
  • Provide signing authority and oversight for buyers
  • Coordinate bulk purchasing and cost alignment across divisions
  • Oversee inventory reporting and analyze performance metrics
  • Drive supplier quality, service, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Support manufacturing processes to ensure zero defects, on-time delivery, and cost competitiveness
  • Collaborate with internal teams to support distribution and customer service needs
  • Ensure quality objectives are met and implement corrective actions
  • Utilize MRP systems for forecasting and planning
  • Perform additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required; APICS certification preferred
  • 5–10 years of experience in automotive or manufacturing environments
  • Experience in TS-16949 or other quality-regulated manufacturing settings
  • Proven leadership and people-management experience

Skills & Competencies:

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
  • Experience with MRP systems preferred
  • Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work independently in a manufacturing environment

Work Environment & Benefits

Manufacturing environment with exposure to varying temperatures; standing, lifting, and occasional travel required. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement plans, paid time off, wellness programs, and employee assistance support.

Job Tags

Contract work,

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