Engineering Jobs in Minnetonka, MN

Step into a project leadership role where your expertise directly shapes the future of grain handling and milling operations. As a Project Manager specializing in capital projects, you'll oversee the full lifecycle of large‑scale system installations by guiding projects from initial concept through commissioning. You'll collaborate closely with engineering, vendors, and onsite teams to deliver reliable, efficient solutions that help customers maximize operational performance.

In this role, you'll lead mechanical and process‑focused projects from start to finish, ensuring clear communication, organized scheduling, and smooth coordination with all teams involved. If you like taking ownership, working closely with customers, and managing the details that keep major industrial projects moving, this position offers the chance to make a real impact.

This is where you'll excel

• Provides execution strategy and conducts final project negotiations; ensures project schedule baseline is approved prior to project commencement
• Manages and leads project teams in order to achieve and further improve the cost, schedule, quality and EHS targets
• Ensures proper project deviation management; assesses, approves and expedites technical aspects of change orders and defines effective claim strategies for customers, partners, subcontractors, etc.
• Prepares and performs project reviews and facilitates site briefing meetings, ensuring all site-related documents are delivered to site personnel, and organizes and participates in debriefing meetings following project conclusion
• Implements and maintains operating standards to ensure quality project results and customer satisfaction
• Develops and maintains relationships with customers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure smooth operation of projects
• Establishes internal prevention and detection controls which address potential risks of inefficiency, ineffectiveness, fraud, abuse, or mismanagement with reasonable assurance
• Provides guidance and support to project team members
• Participates in continual learning activities and applies practical application to work performed
• Must arrive at work predictably and promptly
• Performs other duties as assigned

These are the skills you'll need

• Bachelor's from an accredited institution in mechanical, electrical or automation engineering or related field
• 3 years of experience in a project engineering role
• 3 years overseeing projects in the grain handling industry is strongly preferred
• Expereince with AutoCAD and Microsoft Office is required
• 3D Mechanical and Architect preferred
• SAP exerpience is preferred
• Experience with Gantt charts is preferred
• PMI certification is a plus
• Strong communication skills required
• Ability to speak and understand English
• Ability to travel 15% of the time

Salary Range:$23.85 To $35.78 Hourly

Rise Baking Company was founded by bakery experts passionate about providing our customers with high quality products and providing a positive, collaborative place to work for our people.

We are a company built on elevating expectations. It's what sets us apart from others in the baking industry. And our people are our finest ingredient.

We believe the quality of our people is just as important as the quality of our products. Our environment encourages creativity, and we value an entrepreneurial and industrious approach to work —a place where honesty, respect, and trust are the essential ingredients for how we do business. We take pride in working with creative individuals with a passion for what they do, and we're always looking to expand our team.

We offer a wide variety of professional and management opportunities, including sales, product development, account management, general management, finance, engineering, administration, and information systems management. We also employ a diverse workforce of hourly food production, packaging, quality assurance, warehouse, sanitation personnel, leads, and supervisors.

Like our products, our benefits package offers quality that makes a difference.

Coverage options may include:

• Medical, dental, life, disability, vision, and supplemental insurance
• Company paid holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO) plans
• Performance bonus potential
• 401k plan with company match

Expectations Deliciously Exceeded.

What you will do

Support the company's maintenance program by focusing on plant equipment and building maintenance in a manner that meets and complies with all food safety policies and OSHA regulations.

What you need (Education/Experience)

• 2-year degree in electronics/maintenance mechanics or 3+ years in maintenance mechanic role
• Experience with repair or preventive maintenance in hydraulics, pneumatics, machine shop, electricity, or electronics
• Working knowledge of CMMS
• Working knowledge of lockout/tagout programs
• Working knowledge of boiler operations
• Experience with ammonia, freon, or other cooling media
• Ability to stick or tig weld small repairs Intermediate computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office
• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts to identify solutions
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team to complete assigned tasks
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical problems with plant equipment (e.g., mechanical drive systems, HVAC, hydraulic and pneumatic systems)
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical problems with plant equipment (e.g., wiring, circuits, fuses, switches, electrical installations, transformers, motors, and AC/DC motor drives)
• Perform preventive maintenance on all plant equipment
• Perform building maintenance and repairs (e.g., air conditioning, lights, forklifts)
• Perform small repairs on equipment to prevent long-term downtime until permanent repairs can be completed
• Report food safety and quality issues to appropriate personnel
• Comply with all food safety requirements, training, policies, and procedures
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

California, Illinois, Massachusetts, Minnesota, Washington and New York Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $23.85 to $35.78 per hour. Pay is based upon several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. Rise Baking Company complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your hourly wages, Rise Baking Company offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, quarterly bonus eligibility, incentive and recognition programs and 401k contributions (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). At Rise Baking Company, our people are our finest ingredient.

Back-half Nights: Thursday (12:00am-6:00am & Thursday-Sunday (6:00pm-6:00am)

**At this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require visa sponsorship or 3rd party recruitment agencies**

UX Researcher

Logistics:

• Type: Contract, 1+ year, potential to extend
• Location: Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
• Hybrid: On-Site 2 days / week
• Rate: $50-80/hr W2 + benefits

Must have skills:

• 4+ years of experience as a UX Researcher supporting enterprise software, internal tools, or B2B platforms
• Strong experience researching complex workflows, data-rich interfaces, and process-driven systems
• Proficiency in a range of qualitative and quantitative research methods and when to apply them
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with designers, product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders
• Strong portfolio or case studies demonstrating enterprise research work, problem framing, and impact on product decisions Ability to work independently as a contractor and deliver high-quality research outcomes with minimal supervision
• Contextual Interviews
• User Research

Nice to have skills:

• Experience researching systems that support store operations, supply chain, finance, HR, or other enterprise domains
• Strong skills in research synthesis, sensemaking, and storytelling for cross-functional audiences
• Experience working in agile or iterative product development environments Experience working with distributed teams

Position Overview:

• We are seeking a UX Researcher with strong experience supporting enterprise platforms and internal tools. This role focuses on understanding and improving complex, workflow-driven systems used by internal teams and business partners across the organization.
• The ideal candidate brings deep experience conducting research in operational, data-heavy, and process-oriented environments, and is skilled at translating complex business needs, rules, and workflows into clear, actionable insights that inform product and design decisions.
• This role requires close collaboration with product managers, designers, engineers, and business stakeholders, as well as comfort operating in ambiguous problem spaces. The researcher should be hands-on, methodologically strong, and capable of owning research from discovery through delivery.

Overview

• As a UX Researcher on an Enterprise Product team, you will shape understanding of user needs, workflows, and pain points for business-critical systems that support operational execution, decision-making, and internal productivity.
• You will plan and execute qualitative and quantitative research to inform product strategy, UX direction, and design decisions. Your work will span exploratory research, generative discovery, evaluative testing, and insight synthesis, helping teams make confident decisions in complex domains.
• This role blends strong research craft with systems thinking, enabling you to uncover insights that scale across teams, workflows, and use cases while remaining grounded in human needs and real-world constraints.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute end-to-end UX research across discovery, concept validation, and evaluative phases for enterprise products
• Partner closely with product managers, designers, engineers, and business stakeholders to define research questions and aligning to product and business outcomes
• Clear objectives, parameters, constraints, etc. Aligning to any relevant KPI's, outcomes that the business / product team is working towards / measuring.
• Conduct qualitative and quantitative research using methods such as interviews, contextual inquiry, journey mapping, usability testing, surveys, and data analysis
• Investigate complex workflows, business processes, and operational systems to uncover user needs, pain points, and opportunities
• Synthesize research findings into clear, actionable insights, frameworks, and narratives that inform product and design decisions
• Advocate for user-centered decision-making within product teams, balancing user needs with business and technical constraints
• Navigate ambiguity and evolving problem spaces, delivering research impact in fast-moving, iterative environments
• Contribute to a culture of evidence-based, human-centered practice across UX, product, and engineering teams

Required Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience as a UX Researcher supporting enterprise software, internal tools, or B2B platforms
• Strong experience researching complex workflows, data-rich interfaces, and process-driven systems
• Proficiency in a range of qualitative and quantitative research methods and when to apply them
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with designers, product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders
• Strong portfolio or case studies demonstrating enterprise research work, problem framing, clear insights communication, and impact on product decisions
• Ability to work independently as a contractor, deliver high-quality research outcomes with minimal supervision, and escalate to manager when needed
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate insights, implications, and trade-offs

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4+ years of experience as a UX Researcher supporting enterprise software, internal tools, or B2B platforms
• Strong experience researching complex workflows, data-rich interfaces, and process-driven systems
• Proficiency in a range of qualitative and quantitative research methods and when to apply them
• Proven ability to collaborate effectively with designers, product managers, engineers, and business stakeholders
• Strong portfolio or case studies demonstrating enterprise research work, problem framing, clear insights communication, and impact on product decisions
• Ability to work independently as a contractor, deliver high-quality research outcomes with minimal supervision, and escalate to manager when needed
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate insights, implications, and trade-offs

Benefits:

York Solutions Offers a generous benefits package for eligible full-time employees:

• BCBS Medical with 3 Plans to choose from (PPO and High deductible PPO plans with Health Savings Program)
• Delta Dental plan with 2 free cleanings and insurance discounts
• Eye Med Vision with annual check-ups and discounts on lens
• Life and Accidental Death Insurance paid by company
• John Hancock 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary company match
• Voluntary Insurance programs such as: Hospital Indemnity, Identity Protection, Legal Insurance, Long Term Care, and Pet Insurance.
• Flexible work environment with some remote working opportunities
• Strong fun and teamwork environment
• Learning, development, and career growth

Revit Technician

6 Month Contract / C2H

$40.00 - $50.00 per hour (W2)

Minneapolis, Minnesota

Monday – Friday (40 hours per week)

Are you a Revit Technician looking for an immediately available 6-month contract role for a market leading company that manufacture modular buildings for both the residential & commercial industries?

This company are a market leader in the specialist industry that specialize in the design & manufacturing of modular buildings across residential & commercial industries.

As a Revit Technician, you will be joining a highly experienced team of Revit technicians where you be responsible for the virtual design and construction (VDC) of modular buildings, playing a critical role in clearly communicating & executing design plans.

This role would suit a Revit Technician from a mechanical engineering/construction background, who is wanting an immediately available, days-based contract role with a view to go permanent for the right candidate.

The Role:

• Working from my client's office that is just outside of Minneapolis.
• Design using Revit.
• Immediately available, days-based contract role that is likely to turn into a permanent role for the right candidate.

The Person:

• Extensive and proven experience using Revit
• Thrives in, and enjoys a fast-paced environment
• Happy with an office-based role and looking for an immediately available, days based contract role

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IDE Group | Minneapolis

IDE Group is a global MedTech venture partner. We work with founders, clinicians, universities & executives to turn high-impact healthcare ideas into regulated, commercial medical device businesses. Our teams operate across Australia, the United States & Europe, delivering products from first prototype through to clinical, regulatory approval & market launch.

We are now looking for a Senior Human Factors Engineer to lead and elevate human factors strategy across some of IDE's most complex and strategically important MedTech programs.

The Role

As a Senior Human Factors Engineer at IDE, you will lead end-to-end human factors and user research strategy across medical device development programs spanning early discovery through to validation and regulatory submission.

You will work directly with client leadership teams, IDE project leaders, and cross-functional engineering teams to ensure products are safe, intuitive, clinically meaningful and commercially viable.

This is not a support role. You will be accountable for human factors vision, execution quality, regulatory alignment and team leadership across multiple concurrent programs.

You will typically be responsible for:

• Leading human factors engineering strategy from early generative research through formative studies and summative validation
• Planning and conducting ethnographic research, contextual inquiry and stakeholder insights to define meaningful user needs
• Translating research into requirements, opportunity areas and measurable usability objectives
• Performing workflow analysis, task analysis and use-related risk analysis (URRA)
• Designing, planning and executing formative and summative usability studies, including protocol development and reporting
• Ensuring alignment with global regulatory expectations (IEC 62366-1, ISO 14971, ISO 60601 and related standards)
• Working cross-functionally with systems, software, hardware, quality and regulatory teams to embed sound human factors principles into product architecture
• Defining appropriate processes, methods and quality standards for program deliverables
• Identifying and managing use-related and product risks in collaboration with project leadership
• Contributing to proposal development, client strategy discussions and early-stage opportunity shaping
• Mentoring and developing human factors engineers and broader team members within IDE

Who this role is for

This role is designed for someone who is already operating at senior level in human factors or usability engineering within regulated product development and is ready to lead strategy, clients and teams.

You will likely have:

• A degree in Design, Human Factors Engineering or a related discipline
• 5+ years of human factors/usability engineering experience in medical devices or other regulated industries
• Deep experience across the full product lifecycle — from generative research through validation testing
• Demonstrated experience applying IEC 62366-1, ISO 14971 and related medical device standards
• A strong track record of authoring and executing Human Factors Engineering plans
• Experience conducting ethnographic research, task analysis, user error analysis and validation studies
• Confidence leading cross-functional teams and influencing engineering and regulatory decision-making
• Strong client presence and the ability to represent human factors strategy in executive-level discussions
• Experience mentoring, coaching and growing technical team members
• Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills

You do not need to be a regulatory specialist, but you must be confident leading human factors activities in highly regulated environments.

Why join IDE

At IDE, Human Factors is not a checkbox at the end of development. It is central to how we build ventures, reduce risk and create differentiated medical products.

You will get:

• Ownership of human factors strategy across high-impact MedTech ventures
• Exposure to founders, investors and global partners
• Projects ranging from connected diagnostics and digital health to capital equipment, drug-device combinations and automation platforms
• The opportunity to shape how human factors is embedded across global programs
• A clear pathway into Practice Leadership, Program Leadership or broader Venture Leadership roles
• A culture that values curiosity, accountability, technical excellence and commercial thinking

If you are looking for a role where you can shape product strategy, influence regulatory outcomes and build meaningful medical device businesses through human-centred design, this is that role.

Job Title: IT Business Analyst – Aviation (Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN)

No. of Positions: 1

Nature of Job: Full time

About the Company:

We design and market "FieldLogs," an open Cloud, Mobile and Wearable platform used to digitize a wide set of enterprise technician-driven processes (Aviation, Oil&Gas, Asset Management, etc.). We are an SME based in Paris, France, India (Virtual) and Minneapolis, USA with mostly large international clients.

Our high-tech innovation in modern technologies is what makes us win. We are experiencing rapid growth internationally (USA, Europe, and IN). See us at our product, an open Cloud, Mobile, and Wearable platform, we create innovative software solutions, providing technological and analytical services. Our advanced technology (Integration of ATA2200/iSpec2200/S1000D) in Aircraft Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul contributed to our strong international growth and establishing collaborations with the biggest aircraft maintenance companies all over the world.

To support our continued expansion, we are seeking an IT-focused Business Analyst / Management Information Systems (MIS) professional to join our growing team in Minneapolis–Saint Paul, MN.

The Role :

As an IT Business Analyst, you will play a key role in bridging operational requirements with FieldLogs' technical capabilities. You will work closely with customers, product, and engineering teams to ensure successful implementation, integration, and adoption of our platform.

This position requires strong analytical skills, system understanding, and the ability to translate complex business processes into structured technical specifications within aviation and field operations environments.

Key Responsibilities :

• Gather, analyze, and document business and system requirements
• Translate operational workflows into functional and technical specifications
• Support system integration activities, including API coordination and data mapping
• Ensure alignment between customer enterprise systems and the FieldLogs platform
• Contribute to implementation projects from requirements definition through deployment
• Collaborate closely with Product and Engineering to clarify technical requirements
• Support testing phases (UAT), validation, and go-live preparation
• Prepare documentation including functional specifications and integration documentation
• Participate in client workshops, solution discussions, and pre-sales scoping when needed

Qualifications :

• Master's degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• 3–5 years of experience in IT Business Analysis, MIS, or SaaS implementation environments
• Strong understanding of enterprise system integration, API interoperability, and data mapping
• Experience translating business requirements into structured system documentation
• Exposure to Aviation, MRO, or technician-driven operational environments is a strong advantage
• Ability to collaborate across international and cross-functional teams
• Strong analytical mindset and structured problem-solving skills
• Valid authorization to work in the United States

We offer a competitive compensation package depending on your profile. You will have a unique opportunity of being part of a young and fast-growing team where you can make your mark. This may include taking over and growing our service delivery for a marquee customer depending on your experience, skills, and drive. Compensation to be commensurate to your experience.

Location:

Minneapolis–Saint Paul (MN) preferred.

Occasional travel to client sites may be required, with up to 25% travel expected.

Contact :

Trekea is an equal opportunity employer, and we're proud of our ongoing efforts to foster global diversity, equity, & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at Trekea are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, medical condition, ancestry, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Position: Senior Buyer (Strategic Sourcing / Manufacturing)

Location: Eden Prairie, MN (5 Days Onsite)

Employment: 6 Month Contract-To-Hire (High Likelihood of Conversion)

Pay Rate: $43 - $55 / Hourly

Converting Salary Range: $88,000 – $115,000 (based on experience)

Job Description

We are seeking a Senior Buyer who brings deep buying expertise, strong analytical capability, and the confidence to lead strategic sourcing initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who is considered a subject matter expert and is operating at the level of people leadership.

The Senior Buyer will own supplier strategy, drive measurable improvements, and partner cross-functionally to influence cost, delivery, and performance outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations focused on total cost and performance

Analyze spend, inventory, and supplier data to identify savings and improvement opportunities

Develop and manage supplier performance metrics and corrective action plans

Drive long-term category strategies while balancing tactical execution

Partner closely with Engineering, Operations, and Finance to align sourcing decisions

Serve as a go-to expert for complex supply challenges and supplier relationships

Support and mentor less experienced buyers as needed

Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field

7+ years of progressive buying or sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment

Demonstrated ownership of strategic sourcing, category management, or supplier development

Advanced analytical skills with experience driving decisions through data

Strong ERP/MRP experience (SAP preferred)

Advanced Excel skills and comfort analyzing complex spend and inventory data

Experience developing and managing supplier KPIs and performance improvement plans

Proven ability to lead initiatives, influence stakeholders, and drive change

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience with Power BI, data visualization, or dashboard development

Background in hydromechanical, fabrication, or engineered components

Experience leading sourcing projects or mentoring junior buyers

Exposure to cost modeling, contract negotiations, or long-term category strategy

Certifications such as CPSM, APICS/ASCM, Six Sigma (not required)

Contract opportunity available for a network security engineer. In this role, you will help take enterprise security solutions from concept to release, collaborating with software and security engineers to protect network using cutting-edge technologies. You will work closely with network engineering and cybersecurity stakeholders to ensure visibility requirements are met and network-based threats can be detected efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate the current configuration management and orchestration environment, identify gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement, and drive the design and implementation of a modern, scalable solution
• Define state architecture and engineering standards (patterns, guardrails, CI/CD, configuration governance) for the NSM platform
• Lead design reviews and architectural decision records (ADRs), ensuring solutions meet security, reliability, and operability requirements

Qualifications

• 8+ years of network engineering, network visibility architecture, or network security engineering
• Experience designing and operating large-scale telemetry/visibility platforms (high-throughput packet capture, sensor fleets, log pipelines)
• Strong Linux administration skills (RHEL/CentOS, Ubuntu, or equivalent)
• Experience with enterprise configuration management and orchestration tools (e.g., Ansible, Salt, Puppet, Chef, Terraform)
• Expertise in analyzing and optimizing systems for capacity, performance, and operational health
• Ability to diagnose issues across system, application, and network layers
• Experience in production environments with change control and operational discipline
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing protocols, VLANs, NAT, DNS, DHCP, and firewall concepts
• Scripting experience in Python, Bash, or similar for automation and tooling
• Ability to communicate engineering solutions through detailed diagrams and documentation

ITR Group offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including medical, dental, and 401(k) for eligible employees. The W2 pay range for this type of role is approximately $70.00 - $90.00 per billable hour. This range is an estimate and not a guarantee of compensation. The final rate will be determined by factors such as experience, market trends, and specific job assignments. Discover more about how ITR Group connects top talent with leading client opportunities.

Overview:

Are you a technical expert in HVAC and Plumbing systems with a passion for driving energy efficiency and design excellence?

We are seeking a Senior Mechanical Systems Engineer to serve as an in-house subject matter expert. In this role, you will be the guardian of our mechanical design standards, ensuring consistency and peak performance across a diverse, nationwide portfolio of facilities. You will collaborate with elite Architecture, Construction, and Operations teams to bring large-scale projects to life.

Location: Minneapolis, MN (Limited relocation assistance for an Ideal candidate)

Duration: Fulltime

Key Responsibilities

• Standardization: Lead the development and maintenance of enterprise-wide standards for plumbing and HVAC systems.
• Quality Assurance: Conduct rigorous quality control reviews of construction documents and progress prints to ensure adherence to standards.
• Commissioning Oversight: Establish commissioning programs for new facility builds and oversee third-party commissioning consultants.
• Energy Optimization: Develop and analyze energy models to recommend strategic, cost-effective energy-saving initiatives.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal Architecture and Construction teams to provide integrated engineering solutions for unique spatial requirements.
• Troubleshooting: Perform detailed evaluations of existing systems and provide expert troubleshooting for complex mechanical issues.
• Construction Administration: Manage site-specific inquiries, review installed conditions, and document deficiencies during the construction phase.

Position Requirements

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or HVAC Design.
• Experience: 5–10 years of professional experience in mechanical system design, encompassing a wide variety of HVAC system types.
• Expertise: Proven experience with Commissioning and Energy Standards, along with deep familiarity with local and national industry Codes.
• Communication: Exceptional ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders.
• Physical Ability: Ability to perform comprehensive site investigations, including traversing ladders to access roofs and ceiling spaces.

Preferred Skills

• Proficiency in REVIT MEP, AutoCAD, and load calculation software (e.g., Trane TRACE 700).
• Experience in Project Management and full-cycle Construction Administration.

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Dexian is a leading provider of staffing, IT, and workforce solutions with over 12,000 employees and 70 locations worldwide. As one of the largest IT staffing companies and the 2nd largest minority-owned staffing company in the U.S., Dexian was formed in 2023 through the merger of DISYS and Signature Consultants. Combining the best elements of its core companies, Dexian's platform connects talent, technology, and organizations to produce game-changing results that help everyone achieve their ambitions and goals.

Dexian's brands include Dexian DISYS, Dexian Signature Consultants, Dexian Government Solutions, Dexian Talent Development and Dexian IT Solutions. Visit to learn more.

Dexian is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, or veteran status.

Location: Maple Grove, MN - in office

Department: Supply Chain / Operations

Reports To: Vice President

Our client, a well-established industrial solutions provider serving global OEM and engineering clients is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to support its fast-paced manufacturing and distribution operations. This role plays a critical part in ensuring material availability, supplier performance, and cost optimization to meet customer delivery commitments.

Position Overview

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing materials, components, supplies, and services required to fulfill customer orders and production schedules. This role manages the full procurement lifecycle, vendor relationships, and ongoing inventory optimization efforts to ensure operational efficiency and on-time delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Order Management

• Review ERP system data and related reporting to determine purchasing requirements.
• Generate and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.
• Oversee the full purchase order lifecycle, including:
• Delivery follow-ups and past-due management
• Schedule changes (expedites and push-outs)
• Line-item modifications and quantity adjustments
• Pricing discrepancies and invoice alignment
• Order cancellations when required

Supplier Sourcing & Negotiation

• Solicit and evaluate supplier quotations.
• Support cost negotiations to achieve competitive pricing and favorable terms.
• Maintain and continuously improve the approved vendor list.
• Evaluate supplier performance based on quality metrics and on-time delivery history.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Quality and Operations to determine appropriate disposition for non-conforming materials or services.
• Work closely with warehouse teams to resolve receiving discrepancies and early shipment issues.
• Coordinate transportation logistics for materials across company locations.
• Collaborate with Finance and Sales to optimize inventory levels and maintain appropriate stock positions.

Systems & Process Improvement

• Analyze ERP data to identify irregularities or systemic issues.
• Engage internal IT support to resolve system-related discrepancies.
• Contribute to ongoing process improvements in purchasing and inventory management.

Additional Responsibilities

• Conduct ongoing evaluation of vendors and purchased products.
• Support strategic supply chain initiatives as directed by leadership.
• Perform additional duties aligned with operational priorities.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years of purchasing experience within a manufacturing or industrial distribution environment.
• Strong understanding of inventory management practices in production-driven settings.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including planning, prioritization, and problem-solving.
• Proven ability to build strong vendor relationships and work cross-functionally.
• Effective communicator with the ability to engage vendors, internal teams, and senior leadership.
• Self-starter with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Experience with ERP systems; familiarity with Microsoft Dynamics 365 / Business Central is an asset.