Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsJoin a growing company with room for professional growthHigh visibility to executive leadershipAbout Our ClientReporting directly to executive leadership, this role leads a purchasing team responsible for steel procurement, MRO, and outside processing, while building scalable supply chain infrastructure, data-driven processes, and organizational capability to support continued business growth.Job DescriptionPurchasing & Supplier ManagementLead all steel procurement, including coil, slit coil, roll, cold roll, and sheet, managing supplier relationships, pricing negotiations, and material availability to support production schedulesPartner closely with slitting and sheeting vendors to ensure on-time delivery, correct specifications, and cost-effective processing of raw materialsOversee MRO procurement and outside processing suppliers (plating, heat treat, laser, and other secondary operations) through a purchasing team you will actively develop and growIdentify, qualify, and onboard alternative or backup suppliers to reduce single-source risk across raw materials and critical servicesBuilding the Procurement & Supply Chain FunctionImplement an S&OP process that connects purchasing decisions to production planning, demand signals, and inventory targetsEstablish procurement KPIs and reporting, including supplier on-time delivery, purchase price variance, inventory turns, lead times, and spend by categoryDevelop reorder point logic and safety stock models to reduce stockouts and excess inventory across raw materials and key MRO itemsLeverage ERP systems to improve data integrity, purchasing workflows, and inventory visibilityDocument and standardize procurement and supply chain processes to ensure scalability, auditability, and repeatabilityPartner with operations, engineering, and executive leadership on sourcing strategy, capital investments, and long-term supply chain planningMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantA successful Supply Chain Manager should have:What You Bring5+ years of procurement or supply chain experience in a manufacturing environmentDirect experience purchasing steel (flat rolled, coil, slit, or sheet) and working with mills or service centersFamiliarity with slitting, sheeting, or metal processing supply chainsExperience building or improving S&OP, demand planning, or inventory management processesProven ability to lead, develop, and scale a purchasing teamStrong analytical skills with hands-on experience using ERP/MRP systemsExperience managing outside processing suppliers (plating, stamping, or other secondary services) preferredWho You AreA builder who thrives in creating structure, process, and capabilityData-driven, using metrics to manage suppliers, inventory, and performanceCollaborative, with the ability to work cross-functionally in a lean, fast-paced environmentOwnership-oriented, treating the function as your ownGrowth-minded, motivated by the long-term potential of the roleWhat's on OfferCompetitive salary ranging from $110,000 to $135,000 + Bonus, depending on experience and qualifications.Opportunities for professional growth within the procurement and supply chain sector.A supportive and collaborative work environment in Chicago.Comprehensive benefits package to support your well-being.ContactClayton HamiltonQuote job refJN-052026-7010447Job summarySectorProcurement & Supply ChainSub SectorSupply Chain ManagementIndustryIndustrial / ManufacturingLocationMilwaukeeContract TypePermanentConsultant nameClayton HamiltonJob ReferenceJN-052026-7010447