Senior Purchasing Manager

2 days ago

Rochester, New Hampshire, United States Bluewater Hayes Inc. Full time

Our client, an established leader in the high-performance heating and hot water systems industry, is seeking an experienced
Purchasing Manager
to oversee procurement operations, vendor relationships, and material planning. Known for their innovation and state-of-the-art R&D, our client is actively growing and is seeking a skilled professional to lead a high-performing team and optimize supply chain processes.

As the Purchasing Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in sourcing key components, managing inventory strategies, and working cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys the challenge of driving cost-efficiency and process improvement across a dynamic supply chain.

Projects You'll Work On

  • Lead the development and execution of purchasing strategies for raw materials, components, and third-party services.
  • Serve as the Buyer/Planner for high-complexity or long-lead-time items, ensuring timely and cost-effective procurement.
  • Improve vendor selection and negotiation processes to enhance delivery performance and cost controls.
  • Collaborate with production and engineering teams to align purchasing activities with forecasted demand and product development cycles.
  • Support ERP optimization efforts for accurate inventory tracking, order status, and purchasing analytics.
  • Analyze global market trends for key commodities like steel and metals to inform pricing and inventory strategies.

What Experience You Should Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of progressive purchasing experience
    , ideally within the HVAC, industrial equipment, or thermal systems industries.
  • Minimum of 5 years leading purchasing or supply chain teams
    , with proven ability to coach, develop, and manage performance.
  • Strong understanding of ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
  • Adept at interpreting demand forecasts and translating them into strategic sourcing plans.
  • Skilled in supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and contract management.
  • Exceptional communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills.

You'll Thrive Here If You…

  • Are a proactive planner who can anticipate material shortages before they impact production.
  • Enjoy building and maintaining strategic supplier partnerships.
  • Have a strong analytical mindset and enjoy working with data to drive decisions.
  • Like working with engineering and operations teams to align purchasing strategies with business goals.

Why Join Our Client?

Our client offers the chance to contribute to a growing, technology-forward organization that values innovation and continuous improvement. You'll lead within a collaborative, hands-on environment that rewards initiative and leadership, with opportunities to influence company-wide supply chain strategy.

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