Our client is a well-established manufacturer operating across heavy industry sectors — off-road equipment, defense, rail, mining, and more. Their procurement function is global, their supply chain is complex, and they're growing. This is a senior leadership role with real scope: you'll own the Buy Complete purchasing function end-to-end, lead a team, and play a key role in expanding their international supplier network — particularly across Asia and India. If you're a procurement leader who thrives in high mix, low volume manufacturing, knows how to build supplier relationships across borders, and wants a role where your decisions shape the whole organization — we'd love to connect. ────────────────────────────────── WHAT YOU'LL DO ────────────────────────────────── ▸ Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing purchasing team — including a Buyer, Asian Sourcing Leader, and Purchasing Assistant — building accountability and a culture of continuous improvement ▸ Own the full Buy Complete supply chain function: supplier qualification, onboarding, relationship management, and performance oversight across local and international sources ▸ Drive cost reduction and benchmarking initiatives — re-sourcing, commercial negotiations, and CI activities ▸ Lead trimester vendor pricing preparation and final price negotiations with overseas suppliers ▸ Manage long lead time materials, forecast-driven purchasing, and inventory risk within a fast-paced manufacturing environment ▸ Assess and mitigate geopolitical, logistical, and supply chain risks associated with global sourcing ▸ Utilize ERP/MRP systems to support purchasing planning, inventory targets, and operational decision-making ▸ Collaborate cross-functionally with Scheduling, Production, Quality, Engineering, and Customer Service to keep the floor moving ▸ Develop and expand the supplier network within India and other strategic global sourcing regions ▸ Develop, implement, and communicate purchasing policies, procedures, and best practices across the department ────────────────────────────────── WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR ────────────────────────────────── ▸ 3+ years of leadership experience managing purchasing, procurement, or supply chain teams within a manufacturing environment ▸ Hands-on experience sourcing machined, fabricated, cast, or other industrial manufacturing components ▸ Proven experience working with overseas suppliers — Asia experience is required; India experience is a strong asset ▸ Skilled negotiator across international pricing, commercial terms, freight terms, and supplier agreements ▸ Working knowledge of foreign exchange and its impact on purchasing decisions ▸ ERP/MRP proficiency — experience with Visual Manufacturing or similar systems preferred ▸ Strong understanding of ROP, forecast buying, inventory management, and lean methodology ▸ Familiarity with welding, machining, and manufacturing fabrication processes ▸ Degree or diploma in Supply Chain Management or a related field; SCMP or APICS certification is an asset ▸ Mandarin language skills are a bonus but not required ▸ A big-picture thinker who understands how a purchasing decision ripples across an entire organization ▸ Calm under pressure, highly organized, and effective at managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment ────────────────────────────────── WHY JOIN OUR CLIENT ────────────────────────────────── ▸ A senior role with real influence — you'll shape procurement strategy, not just execute it ▸ A growing global supply chain function with active expansion into India and Asia ▸ A collaborative, cross-functional environment in a well-established manufacturing operation ▸ Opportunity for occasional domestic and international travel to support supplier development and sourcing initiatives ▸ Competitive compensation commensurate with experience
The Opportunity A well-established, engineering-focused manufacturing organization is seeking an Estimator to support cost analysis and quoting for machined parts and components. This role plays a critical part in ensuring accurate, competitive pricing by analyzing technical drawings, specifications, and customer requirements. The Estimator will work cross-functionally with internal teams and act as a key point of contact for clients throughout the quoting process, ensuring clarity, responsiveness, and a high level of customer satisfaction. What You’ll Do Cost Estimation • Analyze technical drawings, specifications, and documentation to prepare accurate cost estimates • Calculate material costs, labor, machine time, and other production expenses • Develop cost models to support competitive and profitable pricing strategies Proposal Preparation • Prepare detailed quotes and proposals including scope, assumptions, exclusions, and timelines • Validate estimates with internal teams to ensure accuracy and completeness Technical Analysis • Assess manufacturing feasibility and identify risks within machining processes • Recommend cost-effective alternatives to meet customer requirements • Stay current on industry trends, materials, and machining technologies Collaboration & Communication • Partner with sales, engineering, production, and purchasing teams to gather key inputs • Communicate directly with customers to clarify requirements and discuss estimates • Support sales efforts during proposal and negotiation stages • Handle customer inquiries and resolve issues to maintain strong relationships Documentation & Reporting • Maintain detailed records of estimates, quotes, and revisions • Generate cost analysis reports and provide insights to leadership • Track estimate accuracy versus actual costs and implement improvements What You Bring • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience) • Minimum 5 years of experience in cost estimation within machining or manufacturing • Strong understanding of machining processes, materials, and manufacturing methods • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and CAD models • Excellent analytical and mathematical skills • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability • Effective communication and interpersonal skills • Proficiency with estimation tools and Microsoft Office Nice to Have • Experience with pressure vessels, tanks, or mixing systems What’s Offered A comprehensive benefits package designed to support overall well-being, financial security, and career growth, including: • Health, dental, and vision coverage • Virtual healthcare and employee assistance programs • Retirement and profit-sharing programs • Paid time off and company events • Tuition reimbursement and professional development support • Inclusive and supportive workplace culture
Become a Technical Sales Consultant at an innovative engineering manufacturing company, focused on industrial market growth. This role encompasses technical sales and business development for complex engineered solutions.
As a Technical Sales Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in acquiring new customers and managing existing accounts. Your emphasis will be on markets such as energy and wastewater, where you’ll utilize your strong technical background. This role demands exceptional communication to act as a trusted advisor while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
• Drive revenue growth through customer acquisition
• Develop and execute strategic sales initiatives
• Manage sales forecasts and pipeline accurately
• Build long-term relationships with key industry players
• Collaborate on proposals and market insights
Requirements:
• Education in Engineering, Business, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in technical sales
• Familiarity with engineered product environments
• Strong commercial and technical acumen
• Excellent relationship-building skills
Join us in shaping the future of engineered equipment solutions and expanding our market presence.
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A growing, engineering-driven manufacturing organization is seeking a Technical Sales Consultant to drive expansion into new industrial markets. This is a high-impact, growth-focused role that blends business development, technical sales, and estimating, with a clear path toward broader commercial leadership.
The position focuses on building new market presence while deepening existing relationships, particularly within industrial processing and engineered equipment solutions.
What You’ll Do
Drive revenue growth through new customer acquisition and expansion of existing accounts
Establish the organization as a preferred supplier of engineered equipment and complex fabrications
Build and manage a diversified sales pipeline with accurate forecasting
Develop and execute sales strategies across industrial markets including chemical processing, energy, water and wastewater, hydrogen, and advanced manufacturing
Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities aligned with manufacturing capabilities
Act as a trusted technical advisor, translating customer requirements into engineered solutions
Lead customer meetings, technical discussions, and site visits
Build long-term relationships with EPCs, OEMs, and end users
Support repeat business through proactive account management
Collaborate with estimating, engineering, and operations teams to develop competitive and executable proposals
Provide market insights to support pricing strategies and product development
Ensure alignment between customer expectations and production capabilities
Partner with marketing to develop sales tools and messaging
Support cross-selling across multiple facilities and product lines
Contribute to long-term commercial strategy and leadership development
What You Bring
Post-secondary education in Engineering, Business, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience)
5+ years of experience in technical or engineered product sales
Experience within industrial processing, pressure equipment, or custom fabrication environments preferred
Strong technical understanding of tanks, vessels, pressure equipment, and mechanical fabrication
Proven ability to prospect, qualify, and close complex sales opportunities
Strong commercial acumen and understanding of manufacturing economics
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
Ability to work independently while collaborating cross-functionally
What’s Offered
A comprehensive benefits package designed to support overall well-being, financial security, and career growth, including:
Health, dental, and vision coverage
Virtual healthcare and employee assistance programs
Retirement and profit-sharing programs
Paid time off and company events
Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
Inclusive and team-oriented workplace culture
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