Purchasing Manager

Contract Professionals; Morgan Hill (CA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading procurement consulting firm is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement strategy and optimize vendor performance. Responsibilities include managing supplier contracts, driving cost reductions, and leading a high-performing purchasing team. The ideal candidate has over 8 years of experience, including 5 years in manufacturing leadership, and possesses strong negotiation and vendor management skills. This is a full-time remote position with a salary range of $120,000 – $135,000 plus bonus.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in procurement/supply chain, 5+ years in manufacturing leadership.
• Experience with electrical/electronic components preferred.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier performance, contract negotiation, and pricing.
• Drive cost reduction while improving vendor quality and service.
• Manage material pricing, purchase order accuracy, and invoice resolution.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Pricing strategy

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Purchasing Manager
United States - Remote
$120,000 – $135,000 + 10% Annual Bonus
Full-Time | Direct Hire- Remote

About the Opportunity

Join a fast-growing manufacturer on a mission to scale efficiently, reduce costs, and build a world-class supplier base. We’re seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement strategy, optimize vendor performance, and deliver measurable cost and process improvements. This high-impact role reports directly to the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) and offers visibility across operations, supply chain, and finance.

What You’ll Do

• Lead supplier performance, contract negotiation, and pricing across key materials (connectors, wire, terminals, tape, etc.).
• Drive cost reduction while improving vendor quality, delivery, and service.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Logistics, and Finance to align purchasing with business and plant goals.
• Monitor and improve key vendor KPIs: cost, delivery, quality, responsiveness.
• Lead and develop a high-performing purchasing team, setting clear expectations and accountability.
• Manage material pricing, purchase order accuracy, and invoice resolution.
• Support day-to-day material availability, expediting, and supply disruption issues.
• Report savings, performance, and risk metrics to senior leadership.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Material Cost Savings: ≥ 5% YoY reduction across managed categories
• Supplier On-Time Delivery: ≥ 95%
• Inventory Turns: ≥ 6x annually
• Quote Response Time: ≤ 3 business days
• Purchase Price Variance (PPV): Controlled within budget targets
• Procurement SLA Compliance: ≥ 98%

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
• 8+ years in procurement/supply chain, including 5+ years in manufacturing leadership.
• Experience with electrical/electronic components strongly preferred.
• Strong contract negotiation, vendor management, and pricing strategy skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems and vendor performance tracking.
• Proven ability to lead teams, drive change, and manage multiple priorities.