Category: Accounting & Finance
Location: Altoona, Iowa
Work Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $75,000 - $100,000
Salary: $75,000 - $100,000
Work Model: On-Site
Reference #: 45280
The Purchasing position is responsible for leading purchasing activities, developing and executing sourcing strategies for manufacturing materials, components, and services. This role focuses on supplier selection, cost optimization, contract negotiation, and ensuring supply continuity while maintaining quality and compliance standards. The position works closely with production, engineering, and suppliers to support production goals and long-term business objectives. Apply today!
Work Model:
- On-Site
What You Will Do:
- Developed and executed sourcing and procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives
- Identified, evaluated, and onboarded suppliers based on cost, quality, capacity, and reliability
- Negotiated contracts, pricing, and terms while building and maintaining strong supplier relationships
- Monitored and managed supplier performance across quality, cost, and delivery metrics
- Oversaw purchase orders and inventory levels, setting reorder points to minimize stockouts and excess inventory
- Resolved and coordinated supplier issues, including delays, compliance concerns, and quality discrepancies
What You Will Need to Be Successful:
- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or a related discipline
- Minimum of 5 years of purchasing or procurement experience, ideally within a manufacturing environment
- Demonstrated expertise in negotiation, supplier management, and data analysis
- Strong ability to collaborate cross‑functionally with clear and effective communication skills
- Proven success managing multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment with minimal supervision
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail, with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP systems
Benefits Overview:
- Health insurance
- 401k
- PTO
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Sarah Assman at (515) 225-7000 or email sassman@thepalmergroup.com.
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About Palmer Group
At Palmer Group, making lives better is at the core of everything we do. For nearly three decades, we have partnered with organizations and individuals to provide thoughtful talent and business solutions that empower careers and drive growth.
As an employee-owned company grounded in strong ethics and values, we are committed to building lasting relationships and delivering results. Contractors working through Palmer Group are eligible to become employee-owners, giving them a stake in our shared success, and enjoy benefits including health insurance, PTO, and 401(k) options.
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