Recruiting Partners Network, LLC · 6 hours ago
Purchasing Manager
LA Metro Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$90K/yr - $105K/yr
5+ years expRecruiting Partners Network, LLC is seeking a Purchasing Manager with experience in purchasing and supply chain within a manufacturing environment. The role involves leading raw material purchasing strategies, managing supplier relationships, and overseeing the purchasing team to ensure operational reliability and cost management.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Deena Clarke
Responsibilities
Lead the raw material purchasing strategy with a focus on fabric sourcing, vendor performance, cost management, and operational reliability
Develop and implement purchasing strategies focused on optimizing fabric categories and other raw materials needed for production
Monitor and forecast material demand to meet production requirements while preventing shortages, overstock, and excess aged inventory
Understand drivers of raw-material cost changes and proactively adjust purchasing decisions and supplier negotiations
Manage supplier relationships and lead contract negotiations to ensure competitive pricing, quality, and delivery performance
Ensure a consistent supply to manufacturing facilities while building strong supplier partnerships that support quality, speed, and cost targets
Drive process discipline, purchase planning, cross-functional communication, and measurable improvements in material availability
Oversee the purchasing team, manage vendor negotiations, and coordinate with multiple departments
Conduct market research to benchmark pricing, understand macro supply-chain dynamics, and identify competitive sourcing opportunities
Qualification
Required
5+ years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or sourcing within manufacturing
2+ years of supervisory or managerial experience
Strong knowledge of raw-material inventory management, purchasing processes, and forecasting
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and make informed decisions
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Ability to travel internationally on an occasional basis
Preferred
Furniture or textiles experience
Experience in textile or upholstery fabric sourcing
Experience with ERP purchasing modules (Infor preferred)
BS in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
Bilingual English/Spanish
Clear communicator who sets expectations, is accountable, and takes ownership
Strong at building positive relationships across the organization and with vendors
Company
Recruiting Partners Network, LLC
Recruiting Partners Network (RPN) is a premier recruiting firm specializing in contingency, retained, and contract talent acquisition support.
Founded in 2018Spokane, Washington, US
0-1 employeesFunding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase