Purchasing Manager
We are seeking a skilled and dynamic purchasing manager to lead our national purchasing and inventory control initiatives.
This is a key opportunity for an experienced professional to play a critical role in shaping the procurement strategy for a successful business with a strong retail presence, leveraging market trends, competitor analysis, and industry innovations to inform procurement decisions.
Key Responsibilities
* Collaborate with the Senior Leadership Team to develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with category goals.
* Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry innovations to inform procurement decisions and mitigate risks.
* Curate and manage product assortments to maintain a competitive and innovative offering.
* Oversee internal procurement processes, including demand forecasting, purchase requisitions, stock transfers, and delivery schedules to ensure timely and accurate fulfillment.
* Manage inventory levels to minimize stockouts and excess while ensuring effective negotiation of terms, pricing, and conditions with suppliers, conducting RFPs and RFQs, and implementing pricing strategies to enhance profitability and market competitiveness.
* Engage cross-functional teams to align procurement activities with business goals.
* Manage essential administrative tasks such as requisitions, stock orders, invoice matching, and bid evaluations.
Requirements
* A minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing within wholesale or retail industries.
* Strong commercial acumen and a proven track record of driving sales and optimizing product costs.
* Advanced negotiation skills and experience building successful supplier relationships.
* Exceptional analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and translate insights into actionable decisions.
* Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement abilities.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and experience with ERP systems or purchasing platforms.
* Strategic thinking capabilities with the potential for further development.
Estimated salary: $85,000 - $110,000 per year based on location and experience.