Purchasing Manager

Located in sarasota, FL

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We are partnered with a local manufacturing company in Sarasota. They are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager with strong national and international procurement experience. 

Schedule: Monday–Friday, flexible schedule (minimum of 8 hours/day)
Compensation: Up to $100,000 annually, depending on experience

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Position Summary:

We are hiring for a Supply Chain Manager responsible for overseeing purchasing operations, managing buyers/material specialists, and leading strategic sourcing initiatives. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with domestic and international suppliers, MRP/ERP systems, materials planning, bills of material, and inventory management.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all purchasing activities including negotiation of pricing, quality, and delivery with domestic and international suppliers.

• Lead procurement efforts for the Asian supply chain and maintain strong vendor relationships.

• Expedite materials when necessary and resolve supply shortages.

• Track and evaluate vendor performance based on quality, delivery, and overall value.

• Identify and execute cost-reduction and value-enhancement opportunities.

• Partner closely with Leadership, Accounting, Scheduling, Materials, and Quality teams.

• Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and internal quality standards.

• Work with Quality Control to verify the quality of supplier-manufactured products.

• Report any safety or quality concerns promptly.

• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across purchasing and supply chain processes.

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Qualifications:

• Minimum of 8 years of purchasing experience in a manufacturing environment (required).

• Direct experience working with international suppliers.

• At least 4 years of purchasing management or related leadership experience.

• Strong knowledge of MRP/ERP systems; experience with system implementation preferred.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and general Office applications.

• Bachelor’s degree in a related business field.

• Understanding of MRP, bill of materials structures, and inventory management best practices.

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Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent organization and prioritization abilities

• High attention to detail and accuracy

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills

• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities

• Leadership skills and ability to motivate and guide a team

• High ethical standards and sense of urgency

• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment

• Self-starter mindset with the ability to work independently

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If this is a position that interests you, please contact our office at 941-946-8600!

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