About this opportunity
#twiceasnice Recruiting lists this Procurement & Inventory Manager (vendor relations + team mgmt. exp. req.) opportunity in kansas city, Missouri. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Procurement & Supply Chain Manager (inventory, vendor relations & team mgmt. exp. req.)
Salary: $90,000 - $120,000 + Benefits
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
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.
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
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 with inventory management, efficiency, and optimization required
Strong vendor management, negotiation, and analytical skills required
Proficiency with ERP systems required
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Supply Chain
Industries
Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
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Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
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Worksite address
kansas city, MO, 64101, US
Who can apply
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