Purchasing Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description: Purchasing Manager

Job Title: Purchasing Manager

Location: On-site / In-person Work Location: Lynnwood, WA

Hours: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Mon.-Fri. (earlier or later hours as needed)
Employment Type: Full-time
Compensation: $85,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year annually (DOE), plus bonus and incentive opportunities

Wesmar Company Mission

We exist to eliminate food-borne illness and help people operate safe, efficient, and compliant businesses. We do this through chemistry-based solutions, technology, training, and consulting in Food Safety, Sanitation, Water Treatment, and Wastewater Treatment.

We create a safe and empowering environment for our team members so they can create the best products, deliver the highest quality training and consulting, and provide an exceptional customer experience marked by personal service and responsiveness.

We believe our differences make us stronger. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace where every employee feels they belong and has the opportunity to thrive. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to providing an equitable and accessible hiring process for everyone.

Position Summary:

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing the procurement of raw materials, finished goods, packaging, and other operational supplies to ensure Wesmar delivers high-quality products at competitive prices. This role manages supplier relationships, purchasing processes, inventory coordination, and ERP data integrity while supporting operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and exceptional customer service.

The Purchasing Manager works closely with Operations, Sales, Accounting, and suppliers to ensure materials are available when needed, inventory is accurately managed, and purchasing activities support the company's growth and strategic objectives.

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Key Responsibilities

Purchasing & Procurement

·         Manage all purchasing activities for raw materials, finished goods, packaging, and operational supplies.

·         Plan, create, and process purchase orders and drop-ship orders.

·         Maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing excess inventory.

·         Monitor supplier performance, lead times, pricing, and product availability.

·         Negotiate pricing and purchasing terms when appropriate.

·         Ensure timely procurement to meet production and customer requirements.

·         Manage logistics for incoming materials and drop shipment customer orders.

Supplier Management

·         Develop and maintain positive relationships with suppliers.

·         Maintain current supplier pricing within the ERP system and company records.

·         Evaluate supplier performance related to quality, delivery, pricing, and service.

·         Identify opportunities for supplier improvements and cost savings.

Inventory Management

·         Coordinate monthly raw material inventory processes.

·         Ensure purchasing activities support inventory accuracy and planning.

·         Partner with Operations to improve inventory management within the ERP system.

·         Support continuous inventory process improvements.

ERP & Data Management

·         Utilize Datacor/Chempax ERP software to manage purchasing activities.

·         Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and supplier data.

·         Support ERP process improvements and reporting initiatives.

·         Ensure purchasing records are complete and accurate.

Reporting & Analysis

·         Prepare purchasing and inventory reports for management.

·         Produce monthly Breadbasket Reports and other purchasing metrics.

·         Monitor purchasing trends and identify improvement opportunities.

·         Track supplier performance and on-time delivery metrics.

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Compliance & Quality

·         Follow ISO 9001 purchasing procedures and documentation requirements.

·         Maintain purchasing records to support quality and regulatory compliance.

·         Support audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

·         Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and procedures.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

·         Partner with Operations, Sales, Accounting, and Customer Service.

·         Support sales pricing requests and product availability.

·         Review and approve purchasing invoices with Accounts Payable. Assist with troubleshooting when needed.

·         Assist with strategic purchasing and inventory planning initiatives.

Leadership

·         Lead by example while promoting collaboration and accountability.

·         Support the development of purchasing processes and future team growth.

·         Identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency and scalability.

·         Foster a culture of continuous improvement and excellent customer service.

·         Develop and implement purchasing strategies and policies to optimize supply chain         management and meet company objectives with other management.                                                                                                                               

Requirements:
Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager or in a similar role.
Strong knowledge of supply chain management principles and practices.
Excellent negotiation skills with the ability to secure favorable terms and pricing.
Proficient in contract management and contract negotiation.
Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze data and make informed decisions.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective vendor management and team collaboration.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Note: Experience in chemical company industry is a plus.

·         Negotiation: 1+ year (Preferred)

·         Purchasing: 3+ years (Preferred)

·         Management: 1+ year (Preferred)

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This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Purchasing Manager to join our team. We offer competitive compensation packages, including benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities. If you are a motivated individual with a passion for supply chain management and a drive for excellence, we would love to hear from you. Apply now!

Wesmar Company Employee Benefits

·         Health insurance

·         Dental Insurance

·         Vision Insurance

·         Employee assistance program

·         Paid Time Off

·         401(k) with Matching

·         Life insurance

·         Voluntary Benefits

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