Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

Crestwood/Oak Lawn, IL

We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations for a high-volume food production facility in the Crestwood / Oak Lawn area. This role is responsible for sourcing raw materials and packaging, managing supplier relationships, controlling inventory levels, and ensuring compliance with food safety and quality standards.

This is a hands-on leadership role that partners closely with Production, Quality, Logistics, and Finance to support efficient, uninterrupted operations.

• Manage purchasing of ingredients, raw materials, packaging, and supplies
• Forecast material needs based on production schedules and demand
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships
• Ensure all materials meet food safety, regulatory, and quality standards
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages and excess
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive efficiency improvements
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support production goals
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and reporting using ERP systems

• 5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in a food manufacturing or production environment (required)
• Strong negotiation and supplier management skills
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and quality systems
• Experience with ERP systems and purchasing software
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred

• Full-time, on-site role
• Minimum 50 hours per week
• Combination of office and warehouse environment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work around production and warehouse operations

• High-impact position supporting core production operations
• Opportunity to influence cost control, supplier strategy, and inventory efficiency
• Stable, long-term role within a food production environment