Purchasing Manager
Sysco Corp.
- # Purchasing ManagerApplylocations: Edward Don & Company - Woodridge - ILtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R258141**Company:**US0670 Edward Don**Sales Territory:**None**Zip Code:**60517**Travel Percentage:**0**Compensation Range:**$80,000 - $95,000The compensation range provided is in compliance with state specific laws. Factors that may be used to determine your actual rate of pay include your specific skills, years of experience and other factors.You may be eligible to participate in the Company's Incentive Plan.**BENEFITS INFORMATION:**For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit Summary**The Purchasing Manager will lead the procurement of foodservice products, equipment, and operational supplies across multiple distribution centers, ensuring optimal inventory levels, supplier performance, and service continuity. This role drives cost-effective purchasing strategies, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement while building strong partnerships across the business. The ideal candidate is a strategic, data-driven leader who develops high-performing teams, fosters collaboration, and delivers results through effective decision-making and stakeholder engagement.**Qualifications****Required Qualifications:*** Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of progressively responsible experience in purchasing, inventory management, demand planning, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.* Minimum of 1 year of supervisory, team lead, or management experience.* Strong knowledge of purchasing, inventory management, and replenishment practices.* Experience working with Purchasing, Inventory, and Demand Management systems.* Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel.* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Experience working with SAP or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.* Experience in foodservice, distribution, supply chain, or related industries.**Core Competencies*** Strategic Thinking* Inventory & Demand Planning* Supplier Relationship Management* Negotiation & Influencing Skills* Data Analysis & Reporting* Process Improvement* Team Leadership & Development* Cross-Functional Collaboration* Communication & Relationship Building* Results Orientation**Key Responsibilities****Purchasing & Inventory Management*** Lead purchasing activities for foodservice products, equipment, and operational supplies across multiple distribution centers.* Ensure adequate inventory levels to support projected sales and service-level objectives.* Monitor inventory performance and implement strategies to optimize stock levels while minimizing costs.* Review expedited purchasing requests and identify cost-effective solutions to meet operational needs.* Partner with distribution center teams to prioritize receipt of critical purchase orders.**Supplier Management & Strategic Sourcing*** Evaluate supplier performance and collaborate with vendors to improve service levels, product availability, and inventory turns.* Negotiate supplier agreements and work with vendors to improve purchasing terms and order efficiencies.* Lead supplier meetings to address issues, drive accountability, and strengthen business partnerships.* Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve procurement effectiveness.**Process Improvement & Operational Excellence*** Analyze purchasing and inventory data to optimize replenishment strategies and support service-level goals.* Partner with internal stakeholders to improve procurement processes and drive continuous improvement initiatives.* Provide guidance on inventory planning and material requirements planning (MRP) settings to support business objectives.* Leverage data and reporting to identify trends, opportunities, and potential risks.**Leadership & Team Development*** Lead, coach, and develop a team of Buyers and procurement professionals.* Establish performance expectations and provide regular feedback, coaching, and career development opportunities.* Monitor team productivity and ensure timely purchase order maintenance and issue resolution.* Conduct performance evaluations and support employee development planning.* Participate in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding activities.* Recommend personnel actions including promotions, transfers, salary adjustments, and disciplinary actions, as appropriate.* Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high-performing team culture.**Communication & Collaboration*** Serve as a key procurement partner to internal stakeholders across operations, distribution, sales, and supply chain functions.* Communicate department priorities, business updates, and process changes to the team.* Keep leadership informed of significant issues, risks, and opportunities requiring escalation or support.* Perform other duties as assigned#LI-EJ1**OVERVIEW:**Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.**AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:**Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.
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