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Purchasing Specialist

Latitude Inc. • Government • Professional Services • Bachelor's Degree • Microsoft Excel • 7 months ago

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Salary

$60k – $75k per year

Location

In office (Stevensville)

Seniority

Senior · 6+ years exp

Employment

Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Mar 9, 2026. Latitude Inc. scores D on the Alion truth index.

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Latitude Inc.

Latitude Inc. is a staffing and government services firm headquartered in Hanover, Maryland, near Baltimore, that provides consulting, contract, contract-to-hire and permanent placement across information technology, engineering, bioscience, manufacturing, and accounting and finance. The small business, whose managers cite over 35 years of consulting experience, also supports public-sector programs, places cleared consultants and has offices in Orlando and Indialantic, Florida. Its postings are mostly for client roles such as electricians, manufacturing, quality and mechanical engineers, cleared cable engineers, service desk technicians and financial analysts.

latitudeinc.net • HQ: Hanover, United States • IT Staffing & Staff Augmentation • Recruiting & Staffing • 1001-5000 employees

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Overview

A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a highly experienced Purchasing Specialist to support procurement operations at its Stevensville, Maryland facility. This role is responsible for the end-to-end sourcing and procurement of raw materials, components, and services required to support ongoing production. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in manufacturing purchasing, supplier management, and cost optimization while ensuring all materials meet strict quality and delivery requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Identify, evaluate, and qualify domestic and international suppliers for raw materials, components, and equipment
Lead RFQ processes and negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term supply agreements
Develop cost-saving strategies and supplier partnerships
Create, process, and track purchase orders (POs) from entry through receipt
Ensure data accuracy within ERP/MRP systems
Monitor order status and resolve delays or discrepancies
Partner closely with engineering and production teams
Align procurement with technical requirements and production schedules
Ensure timely availability of materials to support manufacturing operations
Monitor inventory levels and reorder points
Prevent stockouts while minimizing excess inventory
Track raw material pricing trends and prepare purchasing reports
Evaluate supplier performance related to quality, reliability, and delivery
Address defects, shortages, and supplier issues
Implement corrective actions when necessary

Required Qualifications

6-9 years of procurement or supply chain experience
Strong background working within a manufacturing environment
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field preferred