Purchasing Manager

About the role

As a Purchasing Manager, you will lead initiatives that contribute to the purchasing department running efficiently. You will perform people‑leader responsibilities, maintain various reports, and communicate with internal and external customers. A successful candidate will be able to lead the centralized buyers, identify new opportunities for customers, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to add value for all our customers and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Motivate and mentor a group of centralized buyers.
• Lead projects focused on company and department goals.
• Lead customer‑centric improvement projects supporting various Core‑Mark customers.
• Identify training opportunities within the Purchasing Department.
• Monitor company and department KPIs.
• Identify inventory opportunities and proactively offer creative solutions.
• Build strong communications with Core‑Mark suppliers, operations, marketing, and sales.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience with centralized purchasing.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Windows‑based programs.
• Experience with foodservice items/programs.
• Proficiency in Power BI.
• Ability to analyze multiple forms of data as it relates to the decision‑making process.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong people‑leadership skills.
• Ability to motivate and collaborate with cross‑functional teams adding value for customers and suppliers.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• 401K employer matching.
• Education assistance.
• Paid time off.
• Growth opportunities supporting America’s food distribution system.
• Safe and inclusive working environment with a culture of rewards, recognition, and respect.