Purchasing Manager

Salary Range: $85,000.00 To $ Annually

Since 1964, we have been the world’s largest supplier of fudge making equipment, ingredients, and marketing expertise. If you ever go on vacation (and we hope you do!), you’ve probably seen and maybe purchased our fudge. Since our fudge is always made fresh in each retail store (and sold under the retailer’s own name), we are the best kept secret in retail confectionary.

With a strong presence in numerous countries and a vast network of retailers, including well-known establishments in the tourism sector, we are committed to delivering outstanding products and services.
Our company culture fosters growth and embodies the "Hungry, Humble, Smart" philosophy. We seek individuals who are driven, self‑motivated, and always eager to learn and do more. Being humble, our team members prioritize the team over self and lack excessive ego or concerns about status. Additionally, they possess strong interpersonal skills, enabling them to work effectively with others. We value a strong work ethic and a positive & vibrant work environment.

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring raw materials, packaging, and supplies needed to support production and warehouse operations. This role ensures the right materials are purchased at the right cost, quality, and time to prevent production delays and stockouts.

This position plays a critical role in managing supplier relationships, negotiating favorable terms, and monitoring supplier performance while balancing cost, quality, and delivery reliability.

With a strong focus on strategic sourcing and vendor management, the Purchasing Manager works closely with Supply Chain, Production, and Finance teams to ensure consistent material availability and cost control across all locations.

• Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for raw materials, packaging, and indirect goods
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and contracts with vendors
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers
• Monitor supplier performance including quality, pricing, and delivery reliability

• Measurable year-over-year reduction in material cost

• Assist in developing demand forecasts based on historical data and sales trends
• Monitor forecast accuracy and flag significant variances
• Support inventory planning to balance service levels and carrying costs
• Analyze inventory levels to identify slow‑moving, excess, or at‑risk stock

• ≥ 90% forecast accuracy at the SKU level
• Variances flagged within 48 hours of identification
• Reduced instances of stockouts or excess inventory tied to forecast error
• Measurable reduction in excess or obsolete inventory over time

• Create, issue, and track purchase orders in the ERP system
• Verify purchase orders align with production and inventory needs
• Coordinate with warehouse and production teams on delivery timing
• Resolve purchase order discrepancies with vendors in a timely manner

• Monitor material costs and identify opportunities for savings
• Track purchasing spend against budget
• Analyze market trends and pricing to inform purchasing decisions
• Recommend alternative suppliers or materials to control costs without sacrificing quality

• Purchasing spend within ± 2% of approved budget
• ≥ 2 cost‑saving initiatives implemented annually
• Track and score supplier performance on quality, cost, and delivery
• Ensure suppliers meet quality, safety, and regulatory requirements
• Address underperforming suppliers with corrective action plans
• Maintain up‑to‑date supplier contracts and certifications

• ≥ 95% supplier compliance with quality and…