Chief Purchasing & Supply Chain Strategist

Software Placement Group; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Software Placement Group in Davenport, IA is seeking a VP of Purchasing to lead procurement, vendor management, and departmental operations. This senior leader will join the executive team, reporting directly to the President, and will play a pivotal role in driving profitability, optimizing inventory, and shaping strategic marketing and sales initiatives that support long-term growth.

You will oversee sourcing, pricing programs, supplier negotiations, staff coaching, and compliance with safety

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in procurement, vendor management, and inventory control.
• Ability to develop and coach staff, manage performance, and build teams.
• Strong negotiation skills with suppliers to secure favorable pricing and programs.
• Experience overseeing marketing/promotional strategies, including events and digital campaigns.
• Collaboration with sales, category management, and brand teams.
• Knowledge of safety standards and regulatory compliance in procurement.
• Experience reporting to senior leadership (President or executive team).

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of inventory procurement and vendor negotiations to maximize profitability and cash flow.
• Supervise, train, coach, and evaluate department staff, ensuring proper staffing levels and performance management.
• Negotiate pricing and programs with suppliers while managing proprietary stock dispositions and maintaining strict service-level standards.
• Serve as a key point of contact for customer accounts and suppliers, ensuring professional and timely communication.
• Develop and refine departmental procedures to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
• Oversee secondary operational units such as internal logistics/freight control and specialized merchandising teams as needed.
• Direct marketing and promotional initiatives, including trade shows, digital campaigns, product launches, and sales incentives, while maximizing supplier financial participation.
• Lead strategic bid analyses for major prospective and existing accounts, collaborating with sales, category management, and brand development teams to grow private-label or exclusive product lines.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements across procurement operations.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by executive leadership.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Vendor relations

Inventory control

Staff development

Negotiation skills

Marketing strategies

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Executive communication

Job description

Software Placement Group in Davenport, IA is seeking a VP of Purchasing to lead procurement, vendor management, and departmental operations. This senior leader will join the executive team, reporting directly to the President, and will play a pivotal role in driving profitability, optimizing inventory, and shaping strategic marketing and sales initiatives that support long-term growth.

You will oversee sourcing, pricing programs, supplier negotiations, staff coaching, and compliance with safety