Purchasing Manager

Description
We are looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to join our client's team in Birmingham, Alabama in a contract-to-permanent capacity. This role will provide steady leadership for purchasing operations while ensuring procurement activities continue smoothly during a management transition. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in materials purchasing, vendor coordination, and competitive bid processes, including Safe Bid procurement experience.


Responsibilities:

• Direct daily purchasing operations to maintain timely sourcing and supply continuity across the organization.

• Oversee procurement activities for materials and services, ensuring alignment with budget, quality, and operational needs.

• Manage competitive bidding processes, including Safe Bid procedures, to support compliant and cost-effective purchasing decisions.

• Build and maintain productive supplier relationships to improve pricing, service leve...