Purchasing Manager (m/f/d)

We, at Leggett & Platt Incorporated, are searching for a Purchasing Manager (m/f/d) within our Purchasing team to help support our Hydraulics business at our Pacoma branch in Eschwege, Germany.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing regional purchasing strategies in line with global supply chain goals, as well as coordinating closely with the U.S. corporate headquarters
• Selection, negotiation, and management of national and international suppliers for hydraulic components, machined parts, metal parts, seals, and assemblies
• Building and maintaining stable supplier portfolios, including dual‐sourcing strategies to ensure supply security and minimize risk
• Negotiation of prices, delivery times, payment terms, and Incoterms, as well as implementation of targeted cost‐reduction measures
• Monitoring and improving supplier KPIs regarding quality, on‑time delivery, and performance, as well as supporting corrective and improvement measures
• Close cross‑functional collaboration with Engineering, Quality, Production, and Planning during product launches and technical changes
• Ensuring timely material availability in accordance with production planning and customer requirements
• Management of orders, forecasts, and inventory targets in ERP systems
• Ensuring compliance with relevant EU and German regulations (e.g., REACH, RoHS, CBAM), supporting customs and trade processes, and actively identifying and minimizing procurement and supply chain risks

Qualifications

• Degree in purchasing, supply chain, engineering, or a related field
• Several years of professional experience in strategic procurement at a manufacturing company
• Experience in the procurement of mechanical or technical components
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills
• Experience with ERP systems (preferably SAP)
• Fluency in German and English

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