Purchasing Manager

Thompson Solutions Group
Sioux Falls, SD
Category Purchasing
Job Description
Role Overview

The Purchasing Manager will lead the Purchasing Department and support material procurement across multiple business units. This is a high-impact leadership role for a strategic thinker who thrives on building strong supplier partnerships, improving processes, supporting operations, and ensuring project teams have the materials and resources they need to deliver exceptional results.

What You Will Do

As Purchasing Manager, you'll lead the Purchasing Department, develop purchasing strategies, strengthen vendor relationships, manage purchasing and inventory staff, and support projects from planning through completion.

Why It Might Be a Fit

We're looking for a collaborative leader who is passionate about continuous improvement, building strong partnerships, and helping teams succeed.

Requirements

  • 7-10 years of progressive purchasing or supply chain experience
  • Previous leadership experience managing or leading a team
  • Strong negotiating skills with the ability to build productive relationships both internally and externally
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills
  • Strong organizational abilities with exceptional attention to detail
  • Thorough understanding of purchasing practices, policies, and vendor management
  • Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn new software and ERP systems
  • Valid driver's license and willingness to travel to job sites and business meetings as needed

Benefits

  • Travel to job sites and other business locations will be required as needed
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