Purchasing Manager (Manufacturing/Distribution exp. req'd)

Jobot; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing and supply chain operations for a manufacturing/distribution environment in the United States. The role focuses on strategic sourcing, inventory optimization, vendor negotiations, and process improvements with ERP systems, analytics, and automation driving efficiencies.

You will collaborate with executive leadership to build and develop a high-performing purchasing team and implement cost-reduction strategies across multiple locations.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Purchasing experience in Distribution or Manufacturing for Commercial customers.
• 2+ years of Management/Leadership experience, including direct supervision.
• Experience with large ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Infor, or similar).
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and KPI reporting.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn AI tools and automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead purchasing operations, including inventory management, demand planning, and vendor negotiations.
• Oversee and develop the purchasing team across multiple locations.
• Optimize inventory levels, purchasing costs, and supplier performance.
• Leverage ERP systems, advanced Excel, and analytics to improve purchasing decisions.
• Implement automation and technology-driven process improvements.
• Analyze purchasing trends, lead times, and inventory carrying costs.
• Partner with leadership to develop and execute purchasing strategies.
• Identify opportunities to streamline operations and improve overall supply chain efficiencies.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Leadership

Analytics

AI tools familiarity

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Infor

Power BI

Job description

Purchasing Manager (Manufacturing/Distribution exp. req'd)

$100000 - $160000 per year | Jessup, MD | On-site | Permanent

Join an established, growing organization where you'll lead purchasing operations, optimize inventory and vendor management, and leverage technology and analytics to drive efficiencies while building a high-performing team and making a meaningful impact on

A bit about us:

Join an established, growing organization where you'll lead purchasing operations, optimize inventory and vendor management, and leverage technology and analytics to drive efficiencies while building a high-performing team.

Job Title: Purchasing Manager

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Job Location: Jessup, MD or Branchburg, NJ

Work Schedule: 100% On-site, M–F

Compensation:$100k–$160k Base Salary DOE + Performance-Based Profit Sharing/Bonus + Comprehensive Health Benefits + 401(k) with Discretionary Employer Match + PTO

Requirements:

• 5+ years of Purchasing experience in Distribution or Manufacturing for Commercial customers
• 2+ years of Management/Leadership experience, including direct supervision
• Experience with large ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Infor, or similar)
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and KPI reporting
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn AI tools and automation

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field
• Equipment parts or irrigation industry experience
• Infor CSD experience
• Power BI / Power Query experience
• Microsoft Copilot experience
• CPSM, CPIM, or Six Sigma certification

Why join us?

• Join an established, growing organization with a strong reputation and long-term stability
• Enjoy a highly competitive compensation package, including generous profit sharing, comprehensive health benefits, and a strong 401(k) employer contribution
• Work within a collaborative, supportive team with a positive, family-oriented culture
• Lead purchasing operations, inventory management, vendor negotiations, and supply chain optimization
• Leverage advanced ERP systems, analytics, and automation to drive efficiencies and improve purchasing strategies
• Work closely with leadership to build and develop a high-performing purchasing team while making a meaningful impact on business operations

Job Details

Our client is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing and supply chain operations across its established, growing organization. This role will focus on strategic purchasing, inventory optimization, vendor management, and process improvements while leveraging advanced ERP systems, analytics, and automation to drive efficiencies and working closely with executive leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead purchasing operations, including inventory management, demand planning, and vendor negotiations\
• Oversee and develop the purchasing team across multiple locations\
• Optimize inventory levels, purchasing costs, and supplier performance\
• Leverage ERP systems, advanced Excel, and analytics to improve purchasing decisions\
• Implement automation and technology-driven process improvements\
• Analyze purchasing trends, lead times, and inventory carrying costs\
• Partner with leadership and cross-functional teams to develop and execute purchasing strategies\
• Identify opportunities to streamline operations and improve overall supply chain efficiencies\

Requirements:

• 5+ years of Purchasing experience in Distribution or Manufacturing for Commercial customers
• 2+ years of Management/Leadership experience, including direct supervision
• Experience with large ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Infor, or similar)
• Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, and KPI reporting
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn AI tools and automation

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, or related field
• Equipment parts or irrigation industry experience
• Infor CSD experience
• Power BI / Power Query experience
• Microsoft Copilot experience
• CPSM, CPIM, or Six Sigma certification

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