Job Title: Production & Purchasing Management Leader (Manager Level)
📍 Location: Matteson, IL
🕒 Schedule: Full-Time
💰 Pay: $150,000 – $200,000 per year
📄 Position Type: Full-Time

Why Join Peopleworks?

Peopleworks designs and manufactures world-class products that power excellence in every industry we serve. We lead the market in operational efficiency, product reliability, and supply chain innovation. At Peopleworks, we don’t just create exceptional products—we build rewarding careers and lasting relationships. Join a team that values precision, service, and excellence, and be part of an organization where innovation meets opportunity.

What We Offer:

✅ Comprehensive Insurance Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & AD&D, and supplemental coverage including Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
✅ 401(k) with Company Contribution – Plan for your future with confidence
✅ Paid Time Off – Generous PTO plan including vacation and paid holidays
✅ Work Environment – Collaborative, professional, and employee-focused culture
✅ Growth Opportunities – Real potential for career advancement within global operations

Your Role as Production & Purchasing Management Leader:

As a Production & Purchasing Management Leader, you will play a critical role in overseeing and optimizing our entire production and supply chain ecosystem. This position requires strategic thinking, deep experience in operations management, and the ability to lead cross-functional teams with efficiency and clarity. You will be responsible for integrating production and purchasing functions to align with company objectives, reduce costs, and improve delivery performance.

Key Responsibilities:

🔹 Strategic Leadership & Operations Oversight
• Lead strategic planning and execution across production and procurement functions
• Align operational processes with overall business objectives
• Drive continuous improvement and cost efficiency

🔹 Supply Chain & Vendor Management
• Oversee sourcing, purchasing, and vendor relationships
• Manage procurement schedules and inventory levels
• Ensure on-time delivery and quality compliance

🔹 Cross-Functional Coordination & Process Development
• Facilitate communication across departments to streamline operations
• Develop and refine production and procurement systems
• Utilize ERP/MES platforms to monitor and improve performance

🔹 Other Duties as Assigned
• Mentor team members and promote cross-department collaboration
• Support international supply chain initiatives and special projects

What You Need to Succeed:

✔ Key Competencies:
• Strong verbal and written communication skills across diverse teams
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with a strategic mindset
• Ability to manage complex projects and cross-functional workflows
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP/MES systems

✔ Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Logistics, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in production or purchasing management
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership or managerial role
• Proven ability to manage global supply chains and complex procurement operations
• Familiarity with Korean business culture and Korean language is a plus