Associate Manager, Purchasing

Posted: Wednesday, 11 February 2026
Valid Thru: Friday, 13 March 2026
Index Requested on: 02/11/2026 14:42:49
Indexed on: 02/11/2026 14:42:49

Location: Ruffs Dale, PA, 15679, US

Industry: Consumer Packaged Goods Manufacturing
Occupational Category: 51-0000.00 - Production
Type of Employment: FULL_TIME

Menasha Packaging is hiring!

Description:

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are normal for this position. The incumbent may perform some or all of these duties however; it is not an exclusive or all-inclusive list. Other duties may be assigned.
  • Supports the execution of procurement strategies to assure company objectives in the areas of cost, profitability, productivity, quality, customer service, and sustainability
  • Manages strategic and tactical execution of procurement activities of assigned location(s)
  • Authorizes purchase order creation up to $100, 000
  • Ensures team compliance to Menasha's purchasing policies and procedures
  • Implements and ensures team compliance with national supplier agreements
  • Ensures team compliance to Menasha's Supplier Code of Conduct and Risk Management supplier insurance requirements
  • Collaborates with internal stakeholders to set cost savings and continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence
  • Engages key stakeholders to develop and negotiate tactical procurement activities to deliver on cost savings initiatives
  • Maintains supplier partnerships, leads regional/national supplier management and evaluation processes
  • Executes regional RFPs (Request for Proposal)
  • Executes annual assigned scorecard initiatives and analyzes performance through forecasting and/or other company reports
  • Provides guidance on staffing, training, employee relations and performance management to develop and enhance the Procurement function, working closely with direct reports
  • Interacts with key stakeholders to introduce new products or manufacturing techniques and make strategic recommendations
  • Maintains industry, professional and technical knowledge by networking, attending industry events, and reviewing professional publications


Education & Experience
  • Bachelor's degree required
  • Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required


Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Knowledge of the major responsibilities, accountabilities, and organization of the functions responsible for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services
  • Knowledge of practices and procedures for procurement of materials, components, equipment and services
  • Knowledge of methods, tools and documentation of evaluating, selecting and certifying suppliers and partners
  • Knowledge of process and practices for managing a variety of contractual agreements
  • Knowledge of the contractual and legal matters related to expenditures (consulting services, maintenance, agreements, hardware and software acquisitions, outsourcing, etc.)
  • Knowledge of tools, processes and practices for purchasing goods and services via electronic links to suppliers and partners


Physical Requirements & Work Environment
  • Primarily works in an office environment
  • Occasional travel required
  • Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.


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Responsibilities:

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Educational requirements:

  • high school

Desired Skills:

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Benefits:

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