Laciny Bros., Inc., a family-owned custom fabrication company, is seeking a full-time Purchasing Manager to join our team. Since 1916, Laciny Bros. has specialized in providing quality custom fabrication in a wide variety of industries and applications.  As a multi-disciplined “jack of all trades”, we offer a fast paced, rewarding work environment that fosters creativity, teamwork and high-end craftsmanship. 

As a Purchasing Manager, you will be tasked with maintaining relationships with our current vendors, as well as seeking out new sources in order to save time and money. 

• Coordinate the placement of purchase orders and/or delivery of materials, working in a team environment with Design Engineers, Controls Engineers, Operations, Finance, and other departments for maximum operational effectiveness
• Interface with Engineering, Operations, Management, etc. on a daily basis to communicate job status and understand needs and priorities
• Alert the team to deviations from established plans and champion issue resolution
• Establishes, develops and maintains positive business, customer, vendor, and contractor/technician relationships
• Manages supplier relations and negotiates prices where applicable
• Researches and evaluates procurement opportunities and prospective suppliers using industry expertise and relationships
• Ensures all procured items meet required quality standards and specifications
• Works with all project managers to ensure necessary raw materials are being procured in timely and cost-effective manner
• Stays informed on new suppliers, materials, manufacturing methods, supply chain management practices, strategic sourcing methodology and techniques
• Develops and employs effective negotiations techniques, including market knowledge, to secure the best value possible on new materials and components
• Assists with some administrative tasks, including controlling and updating Job Management Software, help with AR/AP and other various office tasks
• Assigns general ledger codes and enter accounts payable, check that all AP are accurately entered against correct ledger codes

An ideal candidate would have experience with, knowledge of, and/or be skilled in the following:

• Organizational Skills and the ability to switch quickly from one task to another
• A firm understanding of non-corporate, family business culture
• Familiarity with metal fabrication/manufacturing/automation
• Experience in areas of sourcing, manufacturing, engineering, or supply chain
• The ability to develop and maintain vendor relationships
• Understanding of common materials & coatings used for component design
• Knowledge of common fabrication processes used to produce parts
• Highly developed interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
• Strong sense of ambition, self-motivation and self-discipline
• Strong attention to detail in a highly nuanced and niche industry
• Strong critical thinking and negotiating skills
• Energetic, professional and positive demeanor, and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experienced in a collaborative, fast paced, team environment, with the ability to manage multiple projects at a time
• Technology/Network savvy
• Ability to research and recognize market trends
• Has familiarity with JobBoss ERP management database
• Assist in maintaining the businesses’ reputation within the community through positive networking and executing tasks through high ethics

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree (Minimum)
• Experience in Manufacturing and/or Industrial applications is preferred
• 5+ years’ work experience preferred

• Competitive Pay
• Health Benefits
• Profit Sharing
• Cash Bonuses
• Safe Harbor 401(k)