Assistant Purchasing Manager - #26501

Blue Chip Talent, in partnership with an automotive manufacturing organization, is seeking a skilled Purchasing Assistant Manager. This role is responsible for leading purchasing activities, developing commodity and sourcing strategies, negotiating supplier costs, and supporting new product programs and manufacturing operations. The position also provides day-to-day oversight for a small purchasing team and works closely with suppliers and internal manufacturing stakeholders.Job DutiesLead purchasing activities across assigned commodities and product platformsSupervise and support two direct reports within the purchasing teamDevelop purchasing plans for new program launches and special projectsCreate and manage commodity strategies supporting sourcing, negotiation, and supplier developmentAnalyze supplier cost structures and develop commodity cost estimates to evaluate competitivenessNegotiate production component pricing, tooling costs, and annual supplier cost improvementsManage pricing data, resolve purchasing discrepancies, and issue purchase orders for components and toolingSupport manufacturing locations with supplier performance concerns, cost-reduction initiatives, and continuous improvement activitiesSkills & ExperienceRequiredBachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field5–7 years of purchasing experiencePurchasing experience with automotive componentsWorking knowledge of automotive suppliers throughout North AmericaAdvanced Microsoft Excel skillsProficiency with Microsoft PowerPointExperience with supplier cost analysis, sourcing, negotiations, and commodity managementAbility to travel up to 25%DesiredExperience with stamping and fabrication commoditiesKnowledge of manufacturing cost driversManagement or supervisory experienceExperience working with international suppliers or customersCommercial truck industry experienceExperience supporting automotive manufacturing plants and new program launchesBlue Chip Talent is an award-winning and woman-owned talent solutions provider based out of Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. For over 30 years, we’ve specialized in IT, Engineering, and Professional Services staffing—now serving clients in 37 states and counting. We connect the market's elite talent with top employers, pairing exceptional white-glove service with proven hiring results to drive innovation and fuel growth. We offer industry-leading benefits options and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) that values merit-based recruitment centered around technical ability, skillset, and alignment with our employing partners.