• Bachelor's degree in Business or related field. • 5+ years of purchasing experience required. • Knowledge of raw materials to include sheet steel, bar stock and tubing in both ferrous and non-ferrous materials. The ability to demonstrate strong purchasing and production process skills to maximize quality and overall cost control throughout the manufacturing process. • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. Ability to motivate develops, organize, prioritize, and direct people as they work, identifying the best people for the job. • Ability to communicate with company employees, co-workers, management, suppliers and customers in an efficient, courteous, and professional manner. • Understand knowledge of our machines and their function in making of components. • Ability to compile data defines problems, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. • Public speaking and presentation skills appropriate for training personnel in a group format. • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. • Knowledge of the practical application of common software and technology. This includes formulas and spreadsheet, word processing and presentation programs. • Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems. • Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to find root cause and suggest corrective action. • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.