Location
Pasadena TX
Industry
Manufacturing
Job Type
Full-Time Regular

Manufacturing Purchasing Coordinator

You’ll be joining a collaborative team focused on sourcing metals, sheet material, gases, tooling, and inserts – all critical to the company’s core production.

Why You’ll Love It Here:

  • Privately Owned & Stable: No corporate red tape – just solid business and a people-first mindset
  • Work-Life Balance: Company-wide holiday shutdown for Christmas
  • Great Benefits: Full package + 401k with 4% match after conversion
  • Growth Opportunity: Work directly with leadership and influence sourcing strategy

Must-Haves:

  • 5+ years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong knowledge of metal materials and manufacturing components
  • Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor relationship skills
  • Solid understanding of sourcing from both domestic and international supplier
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel (intermediate level)

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Coordinate with engineering, operations, and quality teams to align material needs
  • Negotiate vendor contracts and maintain supply agreements
  • Identify and vet new suppliers while maintaining relationships with existing partners
  • Track and report on purchasing metrics, vendor performance, and cost-saving opportunities
  • Develop strategies to improve lead times and reduce overall material costs
  • Collaborate on process improvement initiatives around procurement

Bonus Points:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field
  • CPIM or CPM certifications
  • Experience with Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI) or consignment models

This is your chance to join a growing team where your voice matters and your contributions are valued. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing setting and know your way around metals and materials sourcing — we want to hear from you!