Purchasing Manager

Buffalo, NY (Full-Time, In-Office) $100,000 + Industry-Leading 401K + Profit Sharing

Are you a strategic thinker who knows how to lead a team, streamline systems, and turn procurement into a well-oiled machine?

We’re hiring a Purchasing Manager for a global supplier with deep roots in manufacturing and distribution. This is a critical leadership role —you’ll oversee a high-performing team of buyers while driving process improvement, building out KPIs, managing domestic and international logistics, and helping the business scale through smarter procurement.

This company is known for its strong people-first culture , consistent growth, and unmatched 401K and benefits package. The work is already getting done day-to-day—you’re being brought in to raise the bar , streamline operations, and build the purchasing function of the future.

Why This Role Matters You’ll be stepping into a company that’s already stable, but ready to evolve. You’ll lead procurement strategy, collaborate across departments, and work closely with leadership to ensure cost-effective, on-time delivery across the board. It’s an exciting time to join as they expand global sourcing (India and beyond) and look for smart ways to improve flexibility and flow.

What You’ll Own

Lead and mentor a senior buyer and buyer (25+ years of combined experience)

Create and implement KPI dashboards for procurement, inventory control, and supplier performance

Oversee vendor sourcing , PO management, pricing negotiations, and delivery tracking

Optimize on-time delivery , inventory planning, and procurement from global suppliers

Drive cost savings through smarter purchasing methods and vendor negotiations

Collaborate with internal teams (sales, operations, finance, warehouse) to ensure smooth flow of materials

Manage logistics, freight claims, and domestic/international shipping coordination

Evaluate supplier contracts for performance, compliance, and risk

Lead continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen the purchasing function

Help forecast future material needs and report market trends to senior leadership

Requirements Who You Are

Proven experience in purchasing/procurement leadership (preferably in manufacturing or distribution)

Strategic mindset with hands-on ability to execute and lead a team

Strong understanding of supply chain , vendor negotiations, and logistics

Excellent with numbers, systems, and reporting

Clear communicator who can build trust with vendors and lead internal collaboration

Familiar with procurement metrics and continuous improvement practices

Comfortable managing change and building out better processes

Bonus If You Have

Experience sourcing from India or international markets

Background in flexible flow operations

Certifications like APICS or CPIM

Familiarity with ERP systems and implementations

Benefits What’s In It For You

Competitive salary: $90K–$100K

401K with profit sharing (some of the best in the industry)

Opportunity to lead a department, implement new systems , and build for scale

Join a company with a strong culture, long-tenured team , and big vision for the future

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Requirements Purchasing, Procurement, KPI OPerations