Purchasing Manager

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations and oversee vendor relationships in a established business in the North East Seminole County area. This role is ideal for a candidate with extensive knowledge of purchasing processes, strong leadership capabilities, and a background in manufacturing or distribution. The successful candidate will play a key role in optimizing procurement strategies and driving organizational success.

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate supplier performance and enforce quality standards.
• Maintain accurate procurement records using procurement systems.
• Analyze data and create detailed reports in Excel to aid decision-making.
• Lead the purchasing team to drive procurement efforts
• Develop strategies to optimize costs and enhance supplier performance.
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships
• Coordinate with internal teams to forecast demand and ensure timely material delivery.
• Manage inventory and monitor vendor performance to mitigate supply chain risks.
• Negotiate favorable supplier contracts.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a purchasing management role, ideally within manufacturing or distribution.
• Proven leadership skills with a track record of developing high-performing teams.
• Advanced proficiency in procurement systems and Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and complex formulas.
• Strong negotiation skills and expertise in contract management.
• Ability to build and maintain strategic relationships with vendors and suppliers.