Latitude Inc

Purchasing Specialist

Latitude Inc  •  Stevensville, MD (Onsite)  •  20 hours ago
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Job Description

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a highly experienced Purchasing Specialist to support procurement operations at its Stevensville, Maryland facility. This role is responsible for the end-to-end sourcing and procurement of raw materials, components, and services required to support ongoing production. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in manufacturing purchasing, supplier management, and cost optimization while ensuring all materials meet strict quality and delivery requirements.

Key Responsibilities

  • Identify, evaluate, and qualify domestic and international suppliers for raw materials, components, and equipment
  • Lead RFQ processes and negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term supply agreements
  • Develop cost-saving strategies and supplier partnerships
  • Create, process, and track purchase orders (POs) from entry through receipt
  • Ensure data accuracy within ERP/MRP systems
  • Monitor order status and resolve delays or discrepancies
  • Partner closely with engineering and production teams
  • Align procurement with technical requirements and production schedules
  • Ensure timely availability of materials to support manufacturing operations
  • Monitor inventory levels and reorder points
  • Prevent stockouts while minimizing excess inventory
  • Track raw material pricing trends and prepare purchasing reports
  • Evaluate supplier performance related to quality, reliability, and delivery
  • Address defects, shortages, and supplier issues
  • Implement corrective actions when necessary

Required Qualifications

  • 6–9 years of procurement or supply chain experience
  • Strong background working within a manufacturing environment
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field preferred

Technical Skills

  • Experience with ERP/MRP systems such as:
  • SAP
  • Oracle
  • IBM AS/400
  • Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel including:
  • Pivot Tables
  • VLOOKUPs
  • Data analysis and reporting
  • Strong understanding of:
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Procurement lead times
  • Reading engineering drawings and blueprints

Preferred Qualifications

  • Professional supply chain certifications such as:
  • APICS certifications
  • Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
  • Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM)
  • Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)
  • Experience with Lean or Six Sigma continuous improvement initiatives
  • Familiarity with global sourcing and international logistics
Latitude Inc

About Latitude Inc

Company Summary

Latitude is a Human Resource Consulting Firm headquartered in Hanover, MD with an office in Winter Park, FL. Latitude provides consulting services to a wide range of industries (Technology, Engineering, Scientific, Communications) in both the Private and Public Sectors. We are a contract, contract-to-hire and direct placement personnel agency providing clients with skilled professional employees of all skill levels.

Latitude provides its services to businesses in the Beltway Corridor, Washington DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia regions. However, we are not limited to these areas as we will work with Nationwide Clients. As a company, Latitude differs from other temporary and permanent placement agencies because of the experience of it's owners and the talent and professionalism of it's employees.

With 30 plus years of experience, Latitude's Management team understands what is required to service the needs of the most complex clients and organizations. Our recruiters and consultants are chosen based on their experience and track records within the industry. This commitment to excellence will ensure successful results and most importantly cost efficiency for our client.

Latitude provides each of the following services for all clients and tailors these services to the particular needs of the client.

• Individualized recruiting and reference checking

• Skills evaluation and preliminary interviewing for each employee

• In person screening prior to client interview

• Background checks and drug tests at client request

• Software and technical testing

Industry
HR & Recruiting
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Hanover, MD
Year Founded
Unknown
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