Purchasing Manager; Manufacturing​/Distribution exp. req'd

Position: Purchasing Manager (Manufacturing/Distribution exp. req'd)
Join an established , growing organization where you'll lead purchasing operations, optimize inventory and vendor management, and leverage technology and analytics to drive efficiencies while building a high-performing team and making a meaningful impact on This Jobot Job is hosted by:
Katherine Krull Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Quick Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $100,000 - $160,000 per year A bit about us:

Join an established , growing organization where you'll lead purchasing operations, optimize inventory and vendor management, and leverage technology and analytics to drive efficiencies while building a high-performing team.

Job Title:

Purchasing Manager Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Job Location:

Jessup, MD or Branchburg, NJ

Work Schedule:

100% On-site, M–F Compensation:$100k–$160k Base Salary DOE + Performance-Based Profit Sharing/Bonus + Comprehensive Health Benefits + 401(k) with Discretionary Employer Match + PTO Requirements: 5+ years of Purchasing experience in Distribution or Manufacturing for Commercial customers 2+ years of Management/Leadership experience, including direct supervision

Experience with large ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Infor, or similar) Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and KPI reporting Familiarity with or willingness to learn AI tools and automation
** Preferred:
** Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field Equipment parts or irrigation industry experience Infor CSD experience Power BI / Power Query experience Microsoft Copilot experience CPSM, CPIM, or Six Sigma certification Why join us?
· Join an established, growing organization with a strong reputation and long-term stability
· Enjoy a highly competitive compensation package, including generous profit sharing, comprehensive health benefits, and a strong 401(k) employer contribution
· Work within a collaborative, supportive team with a positive, family-oriented culture
· Lead purchasing operations, inventory management, vendor negotiations, and supply chain optimization
· Leverage advanced ERP systems, analytics, and automation to drive efficiencies and improve purchasing strategies
· Work closely with leadership to build and develop a high-performing purchasing team while making a meaningful impact on business operations Job Details Our client is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing and supply chain operations across its established, growing organization. This role will focus on strategic purchasing, inventory optimization, vendor management, and process improvements while leveraging advanced ERP systems, analytics, and automation to drive efficiencies and working closely with executive leadership.

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* Key Responsibilities:

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* · Lead purchasing operations, including inventory management, demand planning, and vendor negotiations
· Oversee and develop the purchasing team across multiple locations
· Optimize inventory levels, purchasing costs, and supplier performance
· Leverage ERP systems, advanced Excel, and analytics to improve purchasing decisions
· Implement automation and technology-driven process improvements
· Analyze purchasing trends, lead times, and inventory carrying costs
· Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to develop and execute purchasing strategies
· Identify opportunities to streamline operations and improve overall supply chain efficiencies
** Requirements:
** 5+ years of Purchasing experience in Distribution or Manufacturing for Commercial customers 2+ years of Management/Leadership experience, including direct supervision

Experience with large ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Infor, or similar) Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP,…