Purchasing Manager

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Purchasing Manager to lead our purchasing operations, strengthen supplier relationships, optimize procurement processes, and support our continued growth. Position Summary The Purchasing Manager will oversee all purchasing and procurement activities, ensuring the timely and cost-effective acquisition of materials, equipment, components, and services necessary to support boat manufacturing operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in purchasing, supply chain management, vendor negotiations, and inventory control within a manufacturing environment. This individual must possess strong leadership, analytical, and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple departments. Key Responsibilities Strategic Purchasing & Procurement Develop and implement purchasing strategies that support production schedules, operational efficiency, and company profitability. Oversee procurement of raw materials, marine components, equipment, supplies, and services. Identify cost-saving opportunities through competitive sourcing, contract negotiations, and supplier consolidation. Evaluate purchasing trends, market conditions, and material costs to make informed procurement decisions. Establish and monitor purchasing budgets and key performance indicators (KPIs). Vendor & Supplier Management Develop, maintain, and strengthen relationships with domestic and international suppliers. Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and delivery schedules. Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, pricing, reliability, and delivery timelines. Identify alternative suppliers to reduce supply chain risks and prevent production delays. Resolve vendor disputes, pricing discrepancies, and delivery issues. Inventory & Production Coordination Collaborate closely with Production, Inventory, and Accounting to ensure material availability and accurate purchasing records. Monitor inventory levels and purchasing requirements to minimize shortages, excess inventory, and unnecessary expenses. Coordinate material deliveries according to production schedules and operational priorities. Ensure purchase orders are properly created, approved, tracked, and received. Work with inventory personnel to maintain accurate inventory records and improve material flow. Financial Oversight & Cost Control Analyze purchasing expenditure and identify opportunities to improve margins and reduce operating costs. Ensure purchase orders, invoices, and receiving documentation are accurate and properly reconciled. Collaborate with Accounting to resolve invoice discrepancies, pricing differences, and outstanding purchase orders. Monitor supplier pricing, purchasing commitments, and overall procurement expenses. Prepare purchasing reports and provide recommendations to senior management. Leadership & Process Improvement Lead, supervise, and develop purchasing personnel. Establish standardized purchasing procedures, internal controls, and approval processes. Implement improvements to purchasing systems, workflows, and reporting. Promote accountability, efficiency, and communication between departments. Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable purchasing regulations. Qualifications & Requirements Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Logistics, or a related field preferred. Minimum of 3–5 years of progressive purchasing or procurement experience, preferably within a manufacturing environment. At least 2 years of leadership or management experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain operations. Strong experience negotiating supplier contracts, pricing, and payment terms. Solid understanding of inventory management, purchasing processes, and production planning. Experience working with QuickBooks. Strong analytical, financial, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Ability to man…

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