Purchasing Supervisor

TriMark USA is the country’s largest provider of design services, equipment, and supplies to the foodservice industry. We proudly serve our customers by providing design services, commercial equipment, and foodservice supplies across a wide range of industries and business sectors. Headquartered in Massachusetts, with a history dating back to 1896, we have locations across the country that offer foodservice operators an unparalleled level of service by combining our unique design capabilities and our expert market knowledge with the purchasing strength, delivery, installation, and after-sales service capabilities of a national company. Our employees are focused on creating customized solutions for our clients to ensure they achieve their culinary goals while upholding our I.C.A.R.E. values: Integrity, Customer Service, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence. For more information, please visit: Why you’ll love it here! Benefits include Medical, Dental, Vision, Tuition Reimbursement, Pet, and Legal Insurance 401k Community Service Day Spotlight Awards National Sales Excellence Awards CFSP Prep Certification Program Position Summary The Purchasing Supervisor reports to the Senior Manager, Purchasing Located in San Diego, CA Full-Time Hybrid As a Purchasing Supervisor, you will be a key leader in our procurement team, overseeing and optimizing purchasing activities to meet organizational objectives. You will play a crucial role in guiding the procurement process, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring efficient and cost-effective procurement of goods and services. The Purchasing Supervisor will contribute to the development of procurement strategies, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance overall operational efficiency. Team Leadership ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervise and lead a team of purchasing professionals, providing guidance, support, and fostering a collaborative work environment. Ensure the team meets procurement goals and objectives. Procurement Process Optimization Oversee end-to-end procurement processes, from requisition to delivery, ensuring efficiency and compliance with organizational policies. Implement improvements to streamline procurement workflows and reduce lead times. Vendor Management Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts, and evaluating vendor performance. Lead vendor selection processes, ensuring alignment with quality and cost requirements. Budget Management Collaborate with finance teams to monitor and control procurement budgets. Identify opportunities for cost savings and implement strategies to optimize purchasing expenditures. Strategic Sourcing Contribute to the development and implementation of strategic sourcing initiatives. Analyze market trends, conduct supplier assessments, and recommend sourcing strategies. Cross-Functional Collaboration Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, finance, and logistics, to align procurement strategies with organizational goals. Provide procurement insights and support to other departments as needed. Competencies Proven leadership skills with the ability to lead and mentor a team effectively. In-depth knowledge of procurement processes, strategic sourcing, and contract negotiations. Strong analytical skills for data-driven decision-making and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact effectively with internal teams and external suppliers. Ability to analyze complex issues, identify root causes, and implement effective solutions. Qualifications & Experience 5 – 6 years of experience in purchasing or procurement roles, or equivalent military or practical experience. Proven experience in vendor management, contract negotiation, and strategic sourcing. Strong knowledge of procurement software and systems. Team management and leadership experience. Ability to successfully pass a background check post offer acceptance. Compensation includes the posted base salary range and does not reflect potential commission, incentive, bonus, or other additional compensation opportunities, where applicable. Total compensation is determined based on experience, skills, internal equity, geographic location, and other job-related compensatory factors. In addition to base salary, this role will be eligible for participation in TriMark’s’ benefits programs, including medical, dental, vision, 401K (with employer match), etc. Leadership positions may also qualify for participation in bonus programs commensurate with role and scope of responsibility. TriMark USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr