Purchasing Manager & Logistics Coordinator

Kingz Kimonos (kingz.com) is a fast-growing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu uniforms and apparel brand. Our mission is to provide customers with high-quality BJJ gear, apparel, and accessories at competitive prices, paired with superior customer service.
We are seeking a Purchasing Manager & Logistics Coordinator to lead demand forecasting, purchasing strategy, and freight decision-making across our global operations. This role is responsible for purchasing strategy and execution across multiple sales channels, eCommerce platforms, and international markets.
You will work closely with the CFO, Controller, CEO, and Supply Chain team to align financial objectives with operational execution. This position owns vendor relationships, pricing and margin strategy, product mix and assortment planning, purchasing processes, and inventory flow—ensuring the right products are available at the right time, at the right cost, while supporting regional customer preferences.
Schedule: 40 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm)Compensation: $66,500-$80,000 per year (DOE; in-person role based in San Diego)
Key Responsibilities
Purchasing Strategy & Assortment
Build and execute purchasing strategies across categories to support revenue growth, margin targets, and inventory turns
Lead assortment planning and product mix decisions by region, store type, and customer segment
Partner with Merchandising and Marketing to align product strategy with promotions, pricing, and brand positioning
Establish and maintain a disciplined SKU lifecycle process (new item setup, rationalization, end-of-life, substitutions)
Vendor Management & Negotiation
Own key vendor relationships and drive performance across cost, service levels, lead times, fill rates, quality, and compliance
Negotiate pricing, volume discounts, payment terms, and vendor agreements
Pricing, Margin & Financial Performance
Own category-level gross margin targets and maintain profitability through disciplined cost management and pricing strategy
Collaborate with Finance on budgeting, forecasting, and purchase commitments
Inventory Planning, Allocation & Replenishment
Ensure inventory is purchased, allocated, and replenished to meet demand while minimizing stockouts, overstocks, and markdown exposure
Partner with Operations and Planning to implement forecasting and replenishment rules (min/max, safety stock, order cadence)
Coordinate purchase timing around promotions, launches, seasonal shifts, and supply disruptions
Logistics, Terms & Execution
Manage ordering schedules, lead times, shipping constraints, and delivery performance across multiple regions
Coordinate with warehouses, 3PL partners, and retail teams to support receiving and storage requirements
Ensure vendor compliance with labeling, packaging, QA standards, and delivery appointments
Create scalable SOPs for purchase orders, approvals, vendor setup, item master, and returns/claims
Cross-Functional Leadership
Partner with Operations, Sales, Marketing, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to align purchasing with business goals
Lead and develop the purchasing and logistics team, including training, performance management, and hiring
Present purchasing performance, key decisions, and category insights to executive leadership
Required
Required Skills & Qualifications
5+ years of experience in purchasing, buying, or supply chain management, with 3+ years in a leadership role
Proven track record negotiating vendor contracts and improving pricing, terms, and service levels
Strong understanding of pricing strategy, margin management, assortment planning, and multi-channel merchandising
Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets (cost modeling, margin analysis, demand forecasting)
Experience with ERP, order management, WMS, or inventory planning systems (e.g., Linnworks, Inventory Planner, or similar)
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
Ability to operate in a fast-paced environment and resolve supply chain challenges efficiently
Preferred
Experience in apparel, sporting goods, or eCommerce brands across diverse markets
Category management experience in multi-channel or specialty retail
Familiarity shopify, forecasting tools, and inventory planning systems
Experience building purchasing SOPs and operational controls
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field (MBA a plus)
Core Competencies
Vendor negotiation and relationship management
Financial acumen (gross margin, landed cost, rebates, working capital)
Data-driven decision-making and forecasting discipline
Operational execution and attention to detail
Leadership, coaching, and accountability
Ability to tailor strategy by customer segment and region
Working Conditions
Remote or onsite depending on location
Occasional evening or weekend support for urgent supply issues
Benefits
Paid vacation: 1 week in the first year, 2 weeks thereafter
Paid holidays
Group health insurance
401(k) plan
Employee discounts on Kingz products
Opportunities for advancement in a positive work environment
Join our San Diego headquarters or work remotely (Texas or Nevada preferred) as part of a globally recognized, fast-growing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu brand. If you’re ready to lead end-to-end purchasing and logistics across multiple markets and help scale operations, we’d love to hear from you.