Purchasing & Inventory Manager; replenishment, forecasting, vendor mgmt., leadership exp. req

Overview

Procurement & Supply Chain Manager (inventory, vendor relations & team mgmt. exp. req.)

Location: near Kansas City, MO

Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 + Benefits

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k w/match, Profit Sharing, Holidays, PTO

Job Type: Full-Time;
Hybrid Work Environment (3 days in office/week)

Typical

Hours:

Monday-Friday, ~45 hours/week

Start Date: ASAP

Sponsorship: Sponsorship is not available

• Lead, coach, and support a team of buyers, sourcing agents, and expeditors
• Manage team schedules, supplier assignments, performance reviews, and training programs
• Review requisitions and issue purchase orders
• Coordinate procurement of materials, parts, and services across multiple locations
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and resolve escalated supplier-related issues
• Maintain accurate documentation and ISO-compliant procedures
• Analyze purchasing metrics and implement strategies for efficiency and cost control
• Assist Director during absences and lead process improvements
• Travel 1–2 times annually to vendors, trade shows, or branch sites

• 5+ years of domestic & international purchasing, procurement or supply chain experience required
• 5+ years of managing, coaching and training procurement or buying teams’ experience required
• Experience with inventory management, efficiency, and optimization required
• Strong vendor management, negotiation, and analytical skills required
• Proficiency with ERP systems required