Purchasing Manager

Yakattack-LL; Farmville (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Yakattack-LL in Farmville, VA seeks a Purchasing Manager to optimize inventory levels and maintain stock of raw materials to support operations and customers. You will manage routine vendor communications and develop new supplier relationships while reducing material costs.

The role includes negotiating terms, placing POs, tracking orders, and leading supplier evaluations to ensure on-time delivery and quality. A strong focus on data accuracy and cross-functional collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in purchasing/procurement to optimize material availability.
• Ability to manage vendor relationships and communicate effectively.
• Strong negotiation and cost-reduction mindset with suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Set stock minimums and monitor inventory to prevent material shortages.
• Place POs using computerized systems and track orders for timely delivery.
• Negotiate terms, pricing, and delivery with suppliers; manage SCAR when needed.
• Conduct supplier evaluations and identify new supply sources based on cost and quality.
• Coordinate with product development/marketing for material needs on new launches.
• Perform quarterly inventory counts and maintain data in spreadsheets.
• Collaborate with freight forwarders and customs brokers for shipments.
• Adhere to company financial controls related to inventory management.

Skills

Inventory optimization

Vendor communication

Supplier negotiation

Purchase orders (PO)

Data entry & spreadsheets

Tools

ERP system / PO software

Excel/Spreadsheet

Job description

The Purchasing Manager is a member of the operations leadership team responsible for optimizing inventory levels, maintaining adequate stock of raw materials to support operational and customer demand, maintaining routine vendor communication, developing new vendor relationships, and reducing cost of raw materials.Set stock minimum, monitor current inventory and continuously update stock amounts based on customer demand and sales projections with a goal of never running out of raw materials.Understand supplier lead times and pricing structures to order the right number of materials to optimize pricing. Routinely place purchase orders (PO’s) using a computerized system.Maintain and provide performance feedback to existing suppliers and identify new suppliers based on supplier reliability, quality and costs. Lead supplier performance evaluations at least annually and have performance discussions with suppliers. Initiate supplier corrective action requests (SCAR).Negotiate problem resolution and/or terms of purchase with suppliers, such as PO Terms, pricing, payment terms, termination options, and delivery requirementsTrack and provide feedback on incoming orders. Monitor for timely delivery.Work with product development & marketing to support any necessary materials for new product launches.Conduct quarterly inventory counts and enter and validate data into spreadsheet.Work with freight forwarders and customs brokers on our shipmentsUnderstand and adhere to company financial controls associated with inventory managementThe employee presents themselves in a professional manner in dealing with others and works to maintain constructive working relationshipsConduct supplier visits and audits as required.Any other work as assigned.