Operations Purchasing Manager

Nuage Designs Inc.; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Nuage Designs in Miami, FL is seeking an Operations Purchasing Manager to lead end-to-end procurement, negotiate with vendors, and build the first formal purchasing process from scratch. The role collaborates with operations, warehouse, and finance to control costs and ensure timely delivery of materials.

You will establish policies, manage supplier onboarding, and drive cross-functional adoption across departments in a fast-paced design environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field.
• Proven track record of vendor negotiation and cost management.
• Track record of driving cross-functional adoption of new processes or policies.
• Comfortable operating with ambiguity and creating structure where none exists.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using purchasing/inventory or ERP software.
• Excellent communication and relationship-management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple vendor relationships and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets for cost analysis and reporting.
• 3–5+ years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management (preferred).
• Experience building or overhauling a purchasing function from the ground up (preferred).
• Experience in furniture, home goods, or design/manufacturing industries (preferred).
• Familiarity with import/export logistics and freight coordination (preferred).
• Certification in supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CSCP) a plus (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Design and implement Nuage's first formal indirect/opex purchasing process, including requisition and approval workflows.
• Establish purchasing policies, spend thresholds, and vendor onboarding standards.
• Drive cross-functional adoption of new processes with Finance, Operations, and department heads.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement best practices, and relevant regulations.
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors to secure favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules.
• Manage vendor relationships, including performance reviews, contract renewals, and issue resolution.
• Vet and onboard new suppliers, negotiating initial contract terms.
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, pricing agreements, and vendor certifications (e.g., insurance, COIs).
• Develop purchasing strategies aligned with production schedules and operational needs.
• Process purchase orders and ensure accurate documentation for approvals, receiving, and invoicing.
• Monitor inventory levels with warehouse/production teams to prevent stockouts or overstock.
• Support cross-location coordination between Miami and Chicago on shared vendor accounts and logistics.
• Analyze purchasing data and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Partner with Finance/Accounting on budget tracking, vendor payment terms, and cost reconciliation.
• Identify opportunities to consolidate spend, streamline vendor lists, and improve workflows.

Skills

Vendor negotiation

Cost management

Cross-functional collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field

Tools

ERP software

Excel/Google Sheets

Job description

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Operations Purchasing Manager

Full Time Miami, FL, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1082

Operations Purchasing Manager

N U A G E D E S I G N S Miami, FL · Reports to Director of Purchasing & Inventory Control · Full-Time - Exempt

We elevate life’s most meaningful celebrations through inspired design, exceptional service, and genuine care.

About Nuage Designs

For over two decades, Nuage Designs has set the standard for couture linens and luxury event rentals — trusted by the world’s top event planners, Fortune 500 companies, and luxury hotels to make moments extraordinary.

Founded in Miami’s Wynwood district in 2004, we’ve grown into a team of over 140 across Miami, New York, and Chicago — and we’re just getting started. Now entering our most ambitious chapter yet, we’re doubling down on people who care deeply about quality, design, and the art of the unforgettable.

That growth is guided by how we work, not just what we make. We care deeply about our people, our partners, and our craft, and we elevate every experience by going beyond expectations at every touchpoint. We own the outcome, leading with integrity and holding ourselves accountable for the results we deliver — our products may be rented, but the results we deliver are ours. We win as one, building trusted partnerships and shared success through open collaboration, and we grow forward by staying curious, creative, and always learning.

We’re looking for exceptional people who are energized by growth, inspired by craft, and ready to help shape a company at an inflection point. If that sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

The Opportunity

The Operations Purchasing Manager owns end-to-end procurement — sourcing materials, supplies, and equipment cost-effectively and on time, managing vendor relationships and contracts, and partnering with operations, warehouse, and finance to control costs.

This is a ground-floor role: Nuage has no formal opex/indirect purchasing process today. This person will build it from scratch — requisition workflows, approval thresholds, vendor standards, and reporting.

Duties & Responsibilities

Process Build & Governance

• Design and implement Nuage's first formal indirect/opex purchasing process, including requisition and approval workflows
• Establish purchasing policies, spend thresholds, and vendor onboarding standards
• Drive cross-functional adoption of new processes with Finance, Operations, and department heads
• Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement best practices, and relevant regulations
• Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors to secure favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules
• Manage vendor relationships, including performance reviews, contract renewals, and issue resolution
• Vet and onboard new suppliers, negotiating initial contract terms
• Maintain accurate records of contracts, pricing agreements, and vendor certifications (e.g., insurance, COIs)

Purchasing Operations

• Develop purchasing strategies aligned with production schedules and operational needs
• Process purchase orders and ensure accurate documentation for approvals, receiving, and invoicing
• Monitor inventory levels with warehouse/production teams to prevent stockouts or overstock
• Support cross-location coordination between Miami and Chicago on shared vendor accounts and logistics

Cost & Spend Optimization

• Analyze purchasing data and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities
• Partner with Finance/Accounting on budget tracking, vendor payment terms, and cost reconciliation
• Identify opportunities to consolidate spend, streamline vendor lists, and improve workflows

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Proven track record of vendor negotiation and cost management
• Track record of driving cross-functional adoption of new processes or policies
• Comfortable operating with ambiguity and creating structure where none exists
• Strong analytical skills with experience using purchasing/inventory or ERP software
• Excellent communication and relationship-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple vendor relationships and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Required

• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets for cost analysis and reporting

Preferred

• 3-5+ years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, ideally in manufacturing or design/production
• Experience building or overhauling a purchasing function from the ground up, ideally without a mature existing process
• Experience in furniture, home goods, or design/manufacturing industries
• Familiarity with import/export logistics and freight coordination
• Certification in supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CSCP) a plus

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Must be able to communicate effectively via phone, video call, and email.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

This position operates in a professional office environment with standard office equipment.

Schedule flexibility is required, including evenings, weekends, and holidays based on business needs.

Why Nuage Designs

• Salary range: commensurate with experience.
• Benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401K with company match.
• PTO.
• Holiday Pay.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Employment with Nuage Designs is at-will, meaning that either the employee or the Company may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, and with or without notice. Nothing in this job description constitutes a contract of employment or a guarantee of continued employment.

Nuage Designs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws, Nuage Designs provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of this position, to participate in the application or interview process, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment, please contact People & Culture. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis and will not affect the applicant’s consideration for employment.