Purchasing Manager

Role Overview

• Lead and oversee purchasing activities for raw materials, components, finished goods, and assemblies supporting manufacturing and distribution operations
• Manage and develop a team of buyers and senior buyers across multiple locations in the U.S. and Mexico
• Develop and implement purchasing and sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and cost targets
• Lead RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, and sourcing events for existing and new products or suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, terms, and long-term agreements with domestic and international suppliers
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships and strategic partnerships
• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs, scorecards, and regular business reviews
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Product Development, Finance, and Compliance to support manufacturing requirements and new product introductions
• Identify cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, alternative sourcing, and continuous improvement efforts
• Ensure supplier compliance with quality, delivery, sustainability, ethical sourcing, and regulatory requirements
• Manage supplier onboarding and qualification processes
• Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and global supply risks to proactively mitigate disruptions
• Support inventory optimization and working capital objectives in partnership with planning and operations teams
• Resolve escalated supplier issues related to quality, delivery, or performance
• Maintain accurate purchasing documentation, contracts, and supplier records
• Drive standardization and process improvements across purchasing activities
• Leverage ERP systems and sourcing tools to improve visibility, reporting, and efficiency
• Prepare and present purchasing metrics, savings reporting, and performance updates to leadership
• Support trade compliance and international sourcing considerations
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the purchasing team

Requirements

• 8+ years of progressive experience in purchasing, procurement, or strategic sourcing within a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience managing multi-site and cross-border purchasing teams
• Strong background in global sourcing and supplier negotiations
• Experience purchasing direct materials, components, and finished goods/assemblies
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, or CPPM preferred
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, tooling, molds, and technical drawings and BOMs
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and sourcing tools
• Above-average proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of trade compliance, supplier risk management, and international sourcing
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus, though not a requirement for the role.

Tech Stack

• ERP

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible working hours
• Professional development budget
• Home office setup allowance
• Global team events