Purchasing Manager

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East; Clearwater (FL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with match

Health insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Pre-tax deductions

Paid sick time

Office closure between Christmas

Job summary

Express Employment Professionals in Clearwater, FL seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead strategic sourcing for a growing wholesale distributor and strengthen supplier relationships.

You will develop forecasting, oversee international purchasing and ERP records, manage supplier performance, and mentor staff while driving cost savings and scalable supply chain improvements.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• 2+ years of management or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills.
• Experience working within ERP systems (NetSuite is a plus).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with domestic and international suppliers
• Develop forecasting models using historical sales and inventory data
• Manage vendor relationships and monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, and service
• Oversee international purchasing, freight coordination, customs documentation, and import logistics
• Issue and manage purchase orders to ensure timely product availability
• Monitor inventory levels and partner with sales and operations teams to maintain optimal stock levels
• Analyze purchasing data and identify cost-saving opportunities
• Resolve supplier issues involving shortages, quality concerns, and delivery delays
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and vendor information within the ERP system
• Prepare forecasts, purchasing reports, and budget recommendations
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and ethical sourcing practices
• Mentor purchasing staff and support departmental growth and process improvements

Skills

Purchasing leadership

Vendor management

Forecasting

Excel

Negotiation

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business / Supply Chain

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Purchasing Manager

$90,000+ DOE | Clearwater, FL

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting for a Purchasing Manager on behalf of a growing wholesale distributor serving some of the boating industry's most recognized brands.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced purchasing professional who wants to make a significant impact. Our client is seeking a strategic leader who can strengthen supplier relationships, improve forecasting and inventory planning, optimize purchasing processes, and help build a scalable supply chain operation for continued growth.

What You'll Do

• Source, evaluate, and negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with domestic and international suppliers
• Develop forecasting models using historical sales and inventory data
• Manage vendor relationships and monitor supplier performance related to quality, delivery, and service
• Oversee international purchasing, freight coordination, customs documentation, and import logistics
• Issue and manage purchase orders to ensure timely product availability
• Monitor inventory levels and partner with sales and operations teams to maintain optimal stock levels
• Analyze purchasing data and identify cost‑saving opportunities
• Resolve supplier issues involving shortages, quality concerns, and delivery delays
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and vendor information within the ERP system
• Prepare forecasts, purchasing reports, and budget recommendations
• Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and ethical sourcing practices
• Mentor purchasing staff and support departmental growth and process improvements

Qualifications

• 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience
• 2+ years of management or supervisory experience preferred
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Experience working within ERP systems (NetSuite experience is a plus)
• Advanced Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office skills
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving abilities
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered

Preferred Experience

• Marine, manufacturing, industrial, or distribution industries
• Inventory planning and demand forecasting
• International sourcing, freight, customs, and tariff management
• Supplier performance management and continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• 50% employer-paid Health Insurance
• 50% employer-paid Dental Insurance
• 50% employer-paid Vision Insurance
• Premium Only Plan (POP) for pre‑tax insurance deductions
• Paid sick time
• Paid vacation program
• Eight paid holidays annually
• Paid office closure between Christmas and New Year's Day

Schedule

Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM