Strategic Purchasing Lead - Manufacturing

R & D SPECIALTIES LLC.; Odessa (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits: Medical,Dental

401(k) with Employer Matching

Paid Time Off

Job summary

R & D SPECIALTIES LLC. in Odessa, Texas is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Supervisor to oversee procurement and inventory for our manufacturing operation that has served the community for over 40 years.

You will lead a purchasing team, develop cost-saving strategies, and ensure supplier performance, quality, and timely delivery. The role requires strong negotiation, analytics, and collaboration across departments.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in a supervisory role.
• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field.
• Strong negotiation and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and lead the purchasing team to achieve departmental goals.
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to optimize cost savings and efficiency.
• Evaluate and select suppliers based on quality, price, and delivery performance.
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to secure favorable terms.
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast purchasing needs to prevent stockouts.
• Collaborate with other departments to understand their purchasing requirements.
• Analyze market trends and supplier performance to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures in all purchasing activities.

Skills

Purchasing leadership

Negotiation

Acumatica

MS Office

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or Supply Chain

Tools

Acumatica

Microsoft Office

Job description

R & D SPECIALTIES LLC. in Odessa, Texas is seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Supervisor to oversee procurement and inventory for our manufacturing operation that has served the community for over 40 years.

You will lead a purchasing team, develop cost-saving strategies, and ensure supplier performance, quality, and timely delivery. The role requires strong negotiation, analytics, and collaboration across departments.