Purchasing Lead (Manufacturing)

Location: Hagerstown, Maryland, United States; office-based role

Salary: $92,600–$154,400 per year

Company

hirify.global's JLG business develops access equipment, including mobile elevating work platforms, telehandlers, utility vehicles, and accessories for customers worldwide.

What you will do

• Lead purchasing, purchase order management, and supplier performance activities.
• Manage supplier risk mitigation, recovery plans, warranty strategy, and readiness for product launches.
• Conduct total cost of ownership reviews, price analytics, cost standards updates, and cost-out initiatives.
• Support strategic sourcing, long-term supply agreements, and negotiations for goods and services.
• Improve supply chain master data, material flow, operational efficiency, and waste reduction.
• Develop purchasing reports, scorecards, and dashboards while mentoring and training purchasing team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree with six or more years of relevant experience in purchasing, supply chain, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in purchasing or supply chain management, preferably within manufacturing.
• Ability to travel 25%.
• Strong communication, organization, follow-through, time management, prioritization, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, changing environment and collaborate within a team.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, SharePoint, and other web-based software.

Nice to have

• Relevant industry certifications.

Culture & Benefits

• Professional office environment with standard lighting, ventilation, and temperature control.
• People-first culture focused on team member growth and success.
• Competitive total rewards package.
• Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities.