Purchasing Manager
Buffalo NY (Full-Time In-Office)
$100000 Industry-Leading 401K Profit Sharing
Are you a strategic thinker who knows how to lead a team streamline systems and turn procurement into a well-oiled machine
We re hiring a Purchasing Manager for a global supplier with deep roots in manufacturing and distribution. This is a critical leadership role you ll oversee a high-performing team of buyers while driving process improvement building out KPIs managing domestic and international logistics and helping the business scale through smarter procurement.
This company is known for its strong people-first culture consistent growth and unmatched 401K and benefits package. The work is already getting done day-to-day you re being brought in to raise the bar streamline operations and build the purchasing function of the future.
Why This Role Matters
You ll be stepping into a company that s already stable but ready to evolve. You ll lead procurement strategy collaborate across departments and work closely with leadership to ensure cost-effective on-time delivery across the board. It s an exciting time to join as they expand global sourcing (India and beyond) and look for smart ways to improve flexibility and flow.
What You ll Own
- Lead and mentor a senior buyer and buyer (25 years of combined experience)
- Create and implement KPI dashboards for procurement inventory control and supplier performance
- Oversee vendor sourcing PO management pricing negotiations and delivery tracking
- Optimize on-time delivery inventory planning and procurement from global suppliers
- Drive cost savings through smarter purchasing methods and vendor negotiations
- Collaborate with internal teams (sales operations finance warehouse) to ensure smooth flow of materials
- Manage logistics freight claims and domestic/international shipping coordination
- Evaluate supplier contracts for performance compliance and risk
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen the purchasing function
- Help forecast future material needs and report market trends to senior leadership
Requirements
Who You Are
- Proven experience in purchasing/procurement leadership (preferably in manufacturing or distribution)
- Strategic mindset with hands-on ability to execute and lead a team
- Strong understanding of supply chain vendor negotiations and logistics
- Excellent with numbers systems and reporting
- Clear communicator who can build trust with vendors and lead internal collaboration
- Familiar with procurement metrics and continuous improvement practices
- Comfortable managing change and building out better processes
Bonus If You Have
- Experience sourcing from India or international markets
- Background in flexible flow operations
- Certifications like APICS or CPIM
- Familiarity with ERP systems and implementations
Benefits
What s In It For You
- Competitive salary: $90K $100K
- 401K with profit sharing (some of the best in the industry)
- Opportunity to lead a department implement new systems and build for scale
- Join a company with a strong culture long-tenured team and big vision for the future
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Purchasing Manager, Vendor management, supply chain, distribution
Education
Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Purchasing,