Purchasing Manager

Judge Direct Placement; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Judge Direct Placement in Dallas, TX is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost-reduction initiatives for indirect materials, MRO, and site services.

The role requires a bilingual English/Spanish professional with 5+ years of procurement experience in manufacturing and strong negotiation, leadership, and analytical skills. Expect collaboration with Finance and Operations to align procurement with business goals and drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements.

Qualifications

• Must have manufacturing management experience.
• 5+ years procurement experience, indirect/MRO/site services.
• Strong negotiation skills and knowledge of contracts.
• Proficiency in MS Office and advanced Excel required.
• Bilingual English/Spanish is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost-reduction through strategic sourcing and process improvements.
• Define supplier KPIs and conduct business reviews for accountability.
• Ensure compliance with policies, regulations, and ethics.
• Develop category strategies to optimize total cost of ownership.
• Mentor and develop team members and lead cross-functional projects.
• Oversee purchasing activities to meet operational needs and sourcing goals.
• Negotiate and manage bids, POs, and long-term contracts for indirect materials.
• Use data analytics to identify cost-saving opportunities for procurement decisions.
• Coordinate with Finance and Operations to align strategies with business goals.
• Drive Lean/Six Sigma initiatives to raise departmental performance.
• Manage 100+ supplier master agreements across categories and locations.
• Support risk management related to contractor insurance and compliance.
• Standardize procurement processes, terms, and payment structures.
• Utilize SAP and MS Office for procurement operations and reporting.

Skills

Negotiation

Leadership

Data analytics

Problem-solving

Communication

MS Excel

Bilingual: English/Spanish

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Judge Direct Placement is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Dallas, TX area!

Responsibilities:

• Lead cost-reduction initiatives through strategic sourcing, supply chain optimization, product innovation, and process improvements.
• Define and implement supplier performance KPIs; conduct regular business reviews to drive accountability and continuous improvement.
• Ensure full compliance with company policies, regulatory requirements, and ethical sourcing standards.
• Develop and execute category strategies for key spend areas to optimize total cost of ownership and strengthen supplier partnerships.
• Mentor and develop team members by leveraging individual strengths, providing coaching, and supporting professional growth.
• Direct and oversee all purchasing activities to meet operational requirements and achieve sourcing objectives.
• Reduce total acquisition costs by negotiating and managing bids, purchase orders, and long-term contracts for indirect materials, MRO, and site services.
• Utilize data analytics and market intelligence to identify cost-saving opportunities and enhance procurement decision-making.
• Partner with Finance and Operations to align procurement strategies with broader business goals.
• Drive continuous improvement and departmental performance using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Negotiate and manage a portfolio of 100+ supplier master agreements across multiple categories and plant locations.
• Support risk management efforts related to contractor insurance, safety compliance, chemical compliance, and reporting requirements.
• Standardize procurement processes, contract terms, and payment structures across business units and platforms.
• Leverage SAP and Microsoft Office tools for procurement operations, tracking, and reporting.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives and special projects as required.

Requirements:

• Associate's degree required
• MUST be bilingual – English and Spanish
• MUST have previous manufacturing management experience
• 5+ years procurement experience with Indirect Supplies/MRO/Site Services
• Strong negotiation skills, knowledge of business law, and experience creating service and supply contracts.
• Proficiency in MS Office applications and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong leadership, project management, and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to simplify complex data.
• Knowledge of procurement procedures, accounting, and tax principles.