Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager

TalentCompass; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

TalentCompass is seeking a Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager for an on-site role in Canton, GA. You will lead the purchasing team, shape demand forecasting, and optimize inventory while ensuring high service levels across domestic and international suppliers.

The ideal candidate has a track record in distribution procurement, ERP systems (NetSuite preferred), and experience in supplier relationships and import logistics.

Qualifications

• Experience leading a purchasing or supply chain function in a distribution environment.
• Proven ability in demand forecasting and inventory planning.
• Experience developing supplier scorecards and conducting vendor negotiations.
• ERP systems experience; NetSuite preferred.
• Knowledge of tariff classifications and import logistics.
• Background in industrial distribution or related sectors.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the purchasing team with coaching and structure.
• Build demand forecasting and inventory planning processes.
• Develop purchasing strategies to optimize stock and service levels.
• Establish vendor scorecards and negotiation frameworks.
• Lead supplier negotiations to improve pricing and terms.
• Drive working capital improvements via inventory optimization.
• Monitor KPIs and provide actionable insights to leadership.
• Oversee tariff classifications and import compliance activities.
• Partner with warehouse, customer service, product management and accounting.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.

Skills

Leadership

Demand forecasting

Inventory planning

Vendor management

Data-driven decisions

Cross-functional collaboration

Tools

NetSuite

ERP systems

Job description

DISCLAIMER: The role is in-office, and relocation will be required for candidates outside of Canton, GA. Sign-on bonus available for qualified out-of-state candidates willing to relocate.

Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager

Company Background

Our client is a specialty distributor of industrial automation controls and a value-added manufacturer of custom control panel solutions, serving manufacturers, OEMs, systems integrators, and industrial end users across North America. With nearly 20 years of industry expertise, the company has built a reputation for technical excellence, responsive service, and strong customer relationships.

The Position

As the Purchasing & Supply Chain Manager, you'll lead the purchasing team and provide strategic insights in areas related to demand forecasting, vendor management, and inventory optimization. This leadership role is ideal for someone who enjoys building processes, optimizing supply chains, developing teams, and driving meaningful business results.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Lead and develop the purchasing team, providing coaching, structure, and professional growth opportunities.
• Build and implement demand forecasting and inventory planning processes to improve supply chain visibility and decision‑making.
• Develop purchasing strategies that optimize inventory levels while maintaining high service levels and product availability.
• Establish vendor scorecards, negotiation frameworks, and strategic supplier relationship management practices.
• Lead supplier negotiations to improve pricing, terms, and overall vendor performance.
• Drive working capital improvements through inventory optimization initiatives, including reducing excess and obsolete inventory.
• Monitor and report on purchasing and supply chain KPIs to provide leadership with actionable insights.
• Oversee tariff classifications, HTS codes, and import/customs compliance activities.
• Partner cross‑functionally with warehouse operations, customer service, product management, and accounting teams to support business objectives.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance efficiency, scalability, and overall supply chain effectiveness.

Qualifications and Candidate Background

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience managing a purchasing or supply chain function within a distribution environment, including both domestic and international suppliers.
• Demonstrated success in demand forecasting, inventory planning, and supply chain optimization using data‑driven methodologies.
• Experience developing supplier scorecards, conducting vendor negotiations, and managing strategic supplier relationships.
• Experience with ERP systems, with NetSuite experience strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of tariff classifications, HTS codes, and import logistics is highly desirable.
• Experience within industrial distribution is strongly preferred; candidates from related industries such as electrical, HVAC, or MRO distribution are also encouraged to apply.

Location

This position is on‑site in Canton, GA.

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