Purchasing Supervisor

TRANSFORM your career with ERMCO.

At ERMCO, we don’t just power communities—we power careers. As our next Purchasing/Buyer/Expeditor Supervisor, you’ll be at the heart of our operations, leading a team that ensures every dollar we spend adds value, quality, and efficiency to our production process.

You’ll collaborate across departments, work closely with trusted suppliers, and help drive strategic procurement decisions that keep our supply chain strong and our standards high.

What You'll Do

• Lead the development and implementation of smart procurement strategies that balance cost savings, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Partner with internal departments to forecast needs and build proactive procurement plans.
• Source and evaluate reliable suppliers based on price, performance, and long-term value.
• Negotiate favorable terms and contracts—keeping both cost-effectiveness and quality in sharp focus.
• Stay ahead of market trends and supplier performance to identify new opportunities for improvement.
• Oversee the end-to-end purchase order process: creation, tracking, and issue resolution.
• Ensure vendor qualification processes align with internal compliance and industry standards.
• Promote ethical sourcing, sustainability, and diversity in all procurement practices.
• Resolve supplier issues quickly and effectively—whether it's quality, delivery, or payment-related.
• Work cross-functionally with operations, quality, and leadership teams for seamless coordination.
• Supervise, coach, and develop the purchasing team for peak performance and continuous growth.

What You Bring to the Table

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Proven experience in procurement supervision—ideally as a Purchasing, Buyer, or Expeditor Supervisor.
• Deep knowledge of supply chain principles, procurement best practices, and vendor relations.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Analytical mindset with experience in cost analysis and procurement forecasting.
• Familiarity with sourcing tools, ERP/procurement systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal skills—you build trust with teams and vendors alike.
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and compliance standards.
• Demonstrated leadership ability and passion for developing others.

Why ERMCO?

We’re not just building transformers—we’re transforming lives, careers, and communities. At ERMCO, you’ll join a team that values integrity, innovation, and impact. You’ll have the tools to grow, the support to succeed, and the opportunity to make a real difference.

Ready to make your next move? Let’s transform your career—together.