Purchasing Manager | Cerritos, CA

Responsibilities

• Supervise 8-10 replenishment buyers including recruiting, selection, training, performance management and detailed development plans for each procurement professional (Buyers).
• Oversee, supervise, and execute domestic purchasing and overall management of inventory.
• Develop and implement inventory strategies with forecasted demand to optimize inventory levels across multiple distribution centers, minimizing excess stock and stockouts.
• Maintain vender relationships including service level and On Time and In Full (OTIF) identification and capture of opportunities for one-time PBIT improvements.
• Lead initiatives to streamline procurement processes, improve operational efficiencies, and enhance supplier relationships.
• Collaborate with leadership to develop and implement long-term strategies that support business growth and objectives.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies, industry regulations, and relevant legal requirements.
• Be a model leader for communicating with impact, ensuring that all needs across sales, demand planning, replenishment purchasing, and operations are met on time and to expectation.
• Deliver the budgeted metrics and objectives of the department, ensuring that all strategic decisions are in sync with the division’s 3-year business plan.

Requirements

• A high school diploma required.
• Significant (10+ years) industry experience may be substituted for a degree particularly if it's within a manufacturing or distribution industry.
• 5+ years’ experience in purchasing, preferably in the distribution environment.
• Previous supervisory experience strongly preferred, with particular focus on the ability to develop a high-performing team.
• Deep knowledge of various supply chain principles including replenishment purchasing, freight, and warehousing.
• Industry certificates and certifications further validate a candidate’s existing knowledge basin.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite with solid analytical skills using Microsoft Excel and reporting tools such as Microsoft Power BI to drive decisions and communicate key performance trends.
• Strong preference for candidates with 2+ years Blue Yonder experience or experience with other leading ERP platforms (such as AS400, SAP or Oracle).
• Must possess managerial level planning, execution, time management, and communication skills with ability to craft targeted messages.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.