Procurement Manager

Construction Sales Talent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

401K with profit sharing

Opportunity to lead a department and建立

Job summary

Construction Sales Talent is seeking a Purchasing Manager in New York to lead a high-performing procurement team and drive strategic sourcing, KPI development, and global logistics coordination.

You will own vendor negotiations, supplier performance, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure cost-effective, on-time delivery while scaling the purchasing function for growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing/procurement leadership (manufacturing or distribution preferred).
• Strong strategic mindset with hands-on ability to execute and lead a team.
• Familiarity with procurement metrics, vendor negotiations, and logistics.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Team mentorship

KPI dashboards

Procurement

Vendor negotiations

Logistics management

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

ERP systems

MS Excel / reporting tools

Job description

Job Description

About the Opportunity

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