Sr. Purchasing Administrator

Our client is a rapidly expanding organization based in Bedford, NH, experiencing significant growth and seeking a strategic Senior Purchasing Administrator to join their team. This is an excellent opportunity to make an immediate impact in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where your expertise will directly contribute to operational excellence and organizational success.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Purchasing Administrator to oversee procurement operations, vendor relationships, and supply chain coordination. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical capabilities, strategic sourcing expertise, and a proven track record of optimizing purchasing processes to support business growth objectives. This role requires on-site presence five days per week and offers the opportunity to build and refine purchasing infrastructure in a growing organization.

• Manage end-to-end procurement processes including requisition review, purchase order creation, vendor sourcing, and order fulfillment tracking
• Develop and maintain strategic vendor relationships, negotiating favorable terms, pricing, and service level agreements to optimize cost savings and quality
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including operations, finance, and engineering to forecast purchasing needs and ensure timely material availability
• Monitor inventory levels and implement purchasing strategies that balance cost efficiency with production requirements and storage capacity
• Review and approve purchase requisitions, ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines and company purchasing policies
• Analyze purchasing data and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements
• Maintain accurate records in procurement systems, ensuring data integrity and compliance with internal controls and audit requirements
• Evaluate supplier performance through metrics tracking, quality assessments, and delivery reliability analysis
• Support contract management activities including review, negotiation, and renewal of supplier agreements
• Train and mentor junior purchasing staff on best practices, system utilization, and procurement procedures
• Collaborate with accounts payable to resolve invoice discrepancies and ensure timely payment processing
• Generate purchasing reports and analytics for leadership review, highlighting key performance indicators and cost trends

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 5+ years of progressive purchasing or procurement experience, preferably in a manufacturing, distribution, or industrial environment
• Strong knowledge of procurement best practices, strategic sourcing methodologies, and supplier relationship management
• Excellent negotiation skills with proven ability to secure favorable pricing, terms, and service agreements
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel for data analysis and reporting
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships across all organizational levels
• Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Understanding of inventory management principles and production planning concepts
• Experience with contract review and vendor performance evaluation

• SAP experience strongly preferred – candidates with SAP Materials Management (MM) or similar ERP system expertise will be given priority consideration
• Professional certifications such as CPM, CPSM, or CSCP
• Experience supporting rapid organizational growth or scaling procurement operations
• Knowledge of industry-specific compliance requirements and quality standards
• Familiarity with supply chain risk management and business continuity planning

• Competitive salary: $80,000 - $95,000 based on experience
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional…