Purchasing Manager
Razorjack Recruiting/ R G Resources, Inc
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Olathe, KS
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Mid-Senior level
Posted April 17, 2026
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Responsibilities
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement purchasing strategies that support production and financial goals.
- Source domestic and international materials, components, and finished goods.
- Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements with suppliers.
- Track supplier performance on cost, quality, delivery, and service.
- Collaborate with Production and Sales to forecast material needs.
- Manage ERP/MRP planning to optimize inventory and minimize excess or obsolete stock.
- Maintain safety stock levels and support warehouse/inventory improvements.
- Lead cost reduction initiatives and supplier evaluation projects.
- Conduct RFQs/RFPs and identify new supplier opportunities.
- Monitor market trends and material pricing to maintain competitive sourcing.
- Partner with Operations, Finance, and Logistics on procurement initiatives.
- Promote continuous improvement within procurement and supply chain processes.
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Requirements
- 5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in manufacturing.
- Strong ERP/MRP knowledge (SAP or equivalent).
- Proven negotiation, vendor management, and contract administration skills.
- Analytical skills for demand forecasting and budget management.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects on time.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
- Ideal Candidate Profile
- Comfortable balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution.
- Understands manufacturing operations, inventory flows, and lead times.
- Collaborative team player with strong supplier relationship management skills.
Preferred Skills
- Experience with global sourcing and international suppliers a plus.
Education
- (Not required) – Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred.
Position Overview The Purchasing Manager oversees all procurement and sourcing activities to ensure materials and components are available when and where they’re needed, at the right cost. This role manages vendor relationships, contracts, cost controls, and demand planning while driving efficiency and process improvements across the supply chain. Ideal candidates thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy negotiating, optimizing processes, and building strong supplier relationships. Key Responsibilities
Develop and implement purchasing strategies that support production and financial goals.
Source domestic and international materials, components, and finished goods.
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements with suppliers.
Track supplier performance on cost, quality, delivery, and service.
Collaborate with Production and Sales to forecast material needs.
Manage ERP/MRP planning to optimize inventory and minimize excess or obsolete stock.
Maintain safety stock levels and support warehouse/inventory improvements.
Lead cost reduction initiatives and supplier evaluation projects.
Conduct RFQs/RFPs and identify new supplier opportunities.
Monitor market trends and material pricing to maintain competitive sourcing.
Partner with Operations, Finance, and Logistics on procurement initiatives.
Promote continuous improvement within procurement and supply chain processes. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred.
5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in manufacturing.
Experience with global sourcing and international suppliers a plus.
Strong ERP/MRP knowledge (SAP or equivalent).
Proven negotiation, vendor management, and contract administration skills.
Analytical skills for demand forecasting and budget management.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects on time.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities. Ideal Candidate Profile
Proactive, results-driven, and solutions-oriented.
Comfortable balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution.
Understands manufacturing operations, inventory flows, and lead times.
Collaborative team player with strong supplier relationship management skills.
Develop and implement purchasing strategies that support production and financial goals.
Source domestic and international materials, components, and finished goods.
Negotiate pricing, contracts, and service agreements with suppliers.
Track supplier performance on cost, quality, delivery, and service.
Collaborate with Production and Sales to forecast material needs.
Manage ERP/MRP planning to optimize inventory and minimize excess or obsolete stock.
Maintain safety stock levels and support warehouse/inventory improvements.
Lead cost reduction initiatives and supplier evaluation projects.
Conduct RFQs/RFPs and identify new supplier opportunities.
Monitor market trends and material pricing to maintain competitive sourcing.
Partner with Operations, Finance, and Logistics on procurement initiatives.
Promote continuous improvement within procurement and supply chain processes. Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related field preferred.
5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in manufacturing.
Experience with global sourcing and international suppliers a plus.
Strong ERP/MRP knowledge (SAP or equivalent).
Proven negotiation, vendor management, and contract administration skills.
Analytical skills for demand forecasting and budget management.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver projects on time.
Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities. Ideal Candidate Profile
Proactive, results-driven, and solutions-oriented.
Comfortable balancing strategic planning with hands-on execution.
Understands manufacturing operations, inventory flows, and lead times.
Collaborative team player with strong supplier relationship management skills.