Purchasing Manager

Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES) is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee the purchasing department. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the tactical aspects of purchasing while aligning with the strategic direction set by the Supply Chain department. They will ensure the timely efficient and cost-effective procurement of goods and services needed for the manufacture of high-end electronic equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Overall responsibility and management of the purchasing team which may include training mentoring administering and directing employees.
• General oversight of purchasing processes including but not limited to vendor interaction product selection purchase order preparation bid requesting and proposal review negotiation of purchasing constraints maintain computerized procurement reports discussions with personnel on defective or unacceptable goods or services and corrective action planning.
• Analyze purchasing data and prepare reports to track key performance metrics identify trends and provide insights for decision-making. Drive change.
• Foster collaboration internally and externally to drive continuous improvement in quality delivery cost and other strategies to optimize procurement process and supply chain efficiency.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers and vendors while monitoring market trends and identifying potential supply chain risks.
• Serve as a resource cross functionally through supplier sourcing qualification evaluation and diversification efforts.
• Ensure compliance with company policies industry regulations and quality standards.
• Complete Timesheets Employee Performance Reviews and Compensation Reviews.

Required Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelors degree in Purchasing Management Supply Chain Management Logistics Business or a related field. Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of required degree.

• Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience in purchasing and procurement with 3 years in a leadership role.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with internal and external clients.
• Organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail and consistency.
• Strong computer proficiency with analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to make independent decisions that are guided by policies procedures and business structure.

• Ability to work onsite from our facility located at 9901 Silicon Prairie Parkway in Verona WI.

Desired Qualifications

• Demonstrated high degree of integrity professionalism and ability to establish credibility
• Proactive nature with a high sense of urgency strong commitment to execution and effective problem-solving skills.
• Working knowledge of procurement and logistics with the ability to negotiate effectively and honestly with vendors.

Compensation and Benefits

X-ES offers a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits including:

• No-deductible low-copay group health and dental insurance (90% employer paid)
• Health and wellness benefits coverage eligibility begins on the first of the month following your start date
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance (100% employer paid)
• Paid time off plus eight paid holidays a year
• 401(k) employer match up to 4% subject to plan terms & waiting periods. Roth option is available.
• Participation in the 100% employee-owned Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) at no cost to employees

X-ES also takes a casual small-business approach to company culture. At our state-of-the-art office and manufacturing facility located in Madisons growing tech corridor theres no formal dress code flexible day shift scheduling and dedicated personal workspaces. Our employees kick back at regular company events and enjoy lunches from local pizza places and food carts. At X-ES we strive to offer a comfortable relaxed environment for our employees to do their best work.

About X-ES

When rugged enough isnt rugged enough for embedded computing systems industry leaders in the military aerospace industrial and commercial sectors turn to Extreme Engineering Solutions (X-ES). Because we strive to be the premier provider of mission-critical embedded products while delivering exceptional levels of customer and employee satisfaction we hire strong contributors and give them space to thrive. As a 100% employee-owned company our employees both drive and directly benefit from our success. Together we meticulously design and build products that stand up to some of the most extreme conditions on the planet.

X-ES is located on the far west side of Madison WI. The company designs and manufactures rugged embedded computing solutions for a variety of applications. For more information visit.

X-ES is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or any other category protected by law.

All X-ES job postings and application procedures are posted in compliance with Section39.08 of the Madison General Ordinances.

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