Procurement & Supply Chain Manager (inventory mgmt. exp. across multiple sites req.)
Location: near Kansas City, MO
Salary: $90,000 - $120,000  +  Benefits
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k w/match, Profit Sharing, Holidays, PTO
Job Type: Full-Time; Hybrid Work Environment (3 days in office/week)
Typical Hours: Monday-Friday, ~45 hours/week
Start Date: ASAP
Sponsorship is not available

Procurement & Supply Chain Manager (inventory mgmt. exp. across multiple sites req.) Description

Our client, a leading national industrial solutions distributor, is looking for a Procurement & Supply Chain Manager to add to their team near Kansas City, MO. In this high-impact role, you’ll lead a team of buyers and sourcing agents to drive procurement operations, vendor performance, and inventory efficiency across multiple U.S. distribution facilities. This is a fast-paced, high-volume, SKU-diverse environment ideal for a hands-on, people-centered leader with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for team development and process improvement. This is a unique chance to step into a visible leadership role at a stable, growing company where your impact will be felt across the entire supply chain.

Procurement & Supply Chain Manager (inventory mgmt. exp. across multiple sites req.) Responsibilities

•    Lead, coach, and support a team of buyers, sourcing agents, and expeditors
•    Manage team schedules, supplier assignments, performance reviews, and training programs 
•    Review requisitions and issue purchase orders 
•    Coordinate procurement of materials, parts, and services across multiple locations
•    Negotiate contracts, pricing, and resolve escalated supplier-related issues
•    Maintain accurate documentation and ISO-compliant procedures
•    Analyze purchasing metrics and implement strategies for efficiency and cost control
•    Assist Director during absences and lead process improvements
•    Travel 1–2 times annually to vendors, tradeshows, or branch sites

Procurement & Supply Chain Manager (inventory mgmt. exp. across multiple sites req.) Qualifications

•    5+ years of domestic & international purchasing, procurement or supply chain experience required
•    5+ years of managing, coaching and training procurement or buying teams’ experience required
•    Experience managing a high-volume of SKUs and inventory across multiple sites required
•    Strong negotiation, vendor management, and analytical skills required
•    Proficiency with ERP systems required