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#twiceasnice Recruiting · 4 days ago

Procurement Manager (inventory, vendor relations + team mgmt exp req)

Lee's Summit, MO

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid, Senior Level

$90K/yr - $120K/yr

5+ years exp

#twiceasnice Recruiting is assisting a leading national industrial solutions distributor in finding a Purchasing & Inventory Manager near Kansas City, MO. This role involves leading a team of buyers and sourcing professionals to enhance inventory performance and drive replenishment strategies across a diverse product portfolio.

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Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and support a team of buyers, sourcing agents, and expeditors

Manage team schedules, supplier assignments, performance reviews, and training programs

Drive replenishment strategy across multiple product categories, locations, and demand profiles

Apply forecasting models and demand signals to drive purchasing decisions and inventory plans

Review and refine reorder points, safety stock, and order quantities based on demand and lead times

Coordinate procurement of materials, parts, and services across multiple locations

Partner with cross-functional teams to align inventory plans with business needs

Negotiate contracts, pricing, and resolve escalated supplier performance issues

Analyze inventory and purchasing KPIs (turns, fill rates, forecast accuracy) and drive improvements

Maintain accurate documentation and ISO-compliant procedures

Support the Director during absences and lead process improvement initiatives

Travel 1–2 times annually to vendors, tradeshows, or branch sites

Qualification

Purchasing experienceVendor managementReplenishment planningDemand forecastingERP proficiencyAnalytical skillsNegotiation skillsCoaching experienceExcel proficiencyTeam management