Allient Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Manager to join our Oshkosh, WI team!

Allient Inc. is a global publicly traded company with over 2200 employees at 27 locations in 11 countries. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for planning, directing, and coordinating the material procurement, inventory control, and warehousing operations, under the general direction of the Vice President and General Manager Responsibilities include coordinating the activities of the function comprised of purchasing raw material, vendor produced work-in-process, in-house produced and finished components, operating supplies; warehousing and inventory control.

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Responsibilities:

• Direct and coordinate the work of approximately four to five persons engaged in material procurement, production scheduling operations, cost quoting, and inventory control management. Ensure they perform their duties effectively, while working collaboratively with other warehouse employees to maintain smooth and efficient operations.
• Monitor purchased inventory levels, stock status reports and existing systems to be sure that they are working in the best interests of the Company. Motivate subordinates on innovations and improvements, as required.
• Collaborate with Sales, Production Control and others in the preparation of short and long-range forecasts, particularly as they affect negotiations for high costs and long-lead time materials.
• Coordinate the evaluation of new material and develop new or alternate vendors and designate those acceptable to Materials and Purchasing, Quality Assurance and Product Engineering. Establish purchase requirements with respect to lead time, economics, and related factors with due consideration for actual or anticipated sales.
• Maintain a good corporate image with outside vendors and visit vendor plants as appropriate.
• Supervise the subcontracting out of work, locating vendors capable of handling the contract to meet schedule, quality and service requirements. Obtain quotations and contract for work. Control programs to sell designated obsolete stock.
• Participate in production and staff meetings to provide support in the development of plans, policies and procedures. Collaborate with others, as assigned, on various management projects.
• Direct, assist and train subordinates. Respond to grievances at the primary level. Appraise work performance, conduct merit reviews, make recommendations on wage and salary administration, new hires, transfers, promotions, and terminations. Collaborate with Production Supervisor and Human Resources on employee relations matters, safe practices, and adherence to the Labor Agreement.
• Perform other related duties as assigned or associated with the responsibility.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field preferred. Equivalent practical experience may be considered.
• Valid Driver’s License required; APICS Certification is a plus.
• Over 4 years up to and including 5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Broad knowledge of material procurement, inventory control, warehousing, material specifications and electrical transformer manufacturing practices.
• Ability to read blueprints.
• Experience with an ERP system.
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Experience with quoting and costing

What We Offer:

Health Insurance paired with a Health Reimbursement Arrangement Plan - Company Contribution to Deductibles

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Personal, Holiday)

Company Paid Life Insurance

Company Paid Short Term Disability Insurance

Long Term Disability Insurance - available at full expense of employee

Flexible Spending Account Plan (FSA)

401K Retirement Savings Plan Matching

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Scheduling

Work-life Balance

Advancement Opportunities

Climate Controlled Facility

Tuition Reimbursement Assistance

*To learn more about Allient, visit our website at

*All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law or legally protected status.

*If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, you may contact the Human Resources Department at 920-231-7370 Ext 3216 for assistance.