Purchasing Manager

Company Overview: For over 50 years, BFG has supplied the Green Industry with the broadest product range and premier customer service. Today, BFG is the leader in selling, marketing, and distributing Green Industry solutions to professional growers, lawn & garden centers, controlled environment agriculturists, and end-user consumers around the nation and beyond.

Our robust national distribution network, including 19 warehouses along with our own fleet, supports customers in all 50 states and regions of Canada. Our extensive partnerships with over 800 leading manufacturers allow us to offer 150,000+ SKUs to meet every customer's needs.

Position Overview: We are seeking a skilled and experienced Purchasing Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of procurement and leading a team of 8 to 12 Inventory Management Associates/Buyers. Responsibilities will include inventory planning, purchase order placement across multiple warehouses, transfer management between warehouses, and expediting purchase orders.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to achieve +95% customer fill rates across all warehouses and achieve yearly inventory budget goals.
• Work closely with Demand Planning to ensure item inventory purchase plans are in place and carried out.
• Lead, train, mentor, and manage Inventory Management Associates and Buyers.
• Maintain order control, item master, and vendor master fields in the SXe ERP system.
• Work closely with Category Management on vendor relationships, scorecards, item warehouse assignments, and inventory plans.
• Analyze market trends, pricing, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and vendor performance metrics.
• Stay current on industry developments, regulations, and best practices to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.
• 8-10 years of experience in procurement, with a proven track record of successfully managing vendor relationships and negotiating contracts.
• Experience in purchasing for multiple warehouses and maintaining efficient inventory levels through purchasing and transfer strategies.
• Experience in the assimilation and integration of new companies as it relates to the purchasing function.
• Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to teach and mentor a team to become cohesive, consistent, and world-class.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and make data-driven decisions.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to be decisive.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency in procurement software (Infor, SXe a plus), and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Knowledge of relevant industry regulations and compliance requirements.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,355.27 - $66,664.41 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Prescription drug insurance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Location:

• Grand Rapids, MI (Required)

Work Location: Remote