Senior Purchasing Manager

Bluewater Hayes Inc.; Rochester (NH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruiting firm is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement operations and optimize the supply chain. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of purchasing experience and is skilled in supplier negotiations and cost management. This role is great for proactive planners who excel in fast-paced environments. Join a technology-forward organization that values continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive purchasing experience, ideally within the HVAC or industrial equipment sectors.
• Minimum of 5 years leading purchasing or supply chain teams.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of purchasing strategies for materials.
• Serve as Buyer/Planner for long-lead-time items.
• Improve vendor selection and negotiation processes.

Skills

Supplier negotiations

Cost analysis

Communication

Relationship-building

Analytical mindset

Education

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

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Executive Recruiter making ‘Precision Placements’ by pairing the right talent to the right career opportunity

Our client, an established leader in the high-performance heating and hot water systems industry, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement operations, vendor relationships, and material planning. Known for their innovation and state-of-the-art R&D, our client is actively growing and is seeking a skilled professional to lead a high-performing team and optimize supply chain processes.

As the Purchasing Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in sourcing key components, managing inventory strategies, and working cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys the challenge of driving cost-efficiency and process improvement across a dynamic supply chain.

Projects You’ll Work On

• Lead the development and execution of purchasing strategies for raw materials, components, and third-party services.
• Serve as the Buyer/Planner for high-complexity or long-lead-time items, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement.
• Improve vendor selection and negotiation processes to enhance delivery performance and cost controls.
• Collaborate with production and engineering teams to align purchasing activities with forecasted demand and product development cycles.
• Support ERP optimization efforts for accurate inventory tracking, order status, and purchasing analytics.
• Analyze global market trends for key commodities like steel and metals to inform pricing and inventory strategies.

What Experience You Should Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive purchasing experience, ideally within the HVAC, industrial equipment, or thermal systems industries.
• Minimum of 5 years leading purchasing or supply chain teams, with proven ability to coach, develop, and manage performance.
• Strong understanding of ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Adept at interpreting demand forecasts and translating them into strategic sourcing plans.
• Skilled in supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and contract management.
• Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.

You’ll Thrive Here If You…

• Are a proactive planner who can anticipate material shortages before they impact production.
• Enjoy building and maintaining strategic supplier partnerships.
• Have a strong analytical mindset and enjoy working with data to drive decisions.
• Like working with engineering and operations teams to align purchasing strategies with business goals.

Why Join Our Client?

Our client offers the chance to contribute to a growing, technology-forward organization that values innovation and continuous improvement. You’ll lead within a collaborative, hands-on environment that rewards initiative and leadership, with opportunities to influence company-wide supply chain strategy.

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