Purchasing Manager

Nepa2 Wholesale

Purchasing Manager

West Palm Beach, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Free uniforms

    Health insurance

    Training & development

    Position Summary:

    We are seeking a highly organized and strategic Purchase Manager to lead and manage procurement activities across all of our warehouses. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in sourcing high-quality products at the most competitive prices, managing vendor relationships, and contributing to our product onboarding process. A solid understanding of the smoke shop retail industry is essential for this role.

    Key Responsibilities:

    · Handle all purchasing activities for multiple warehouse locations.

    · Ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of products while maintaining optimal inventory levels.

    · Continuously monitor and research market pricing to ensure we are securing the best deals.

    · Negotiate terms and pricing with vendors and suppliers.

    · Oversee the introduction of new products, ensuring they meet company standards and market demand.

    · Work closely with the marketing and warehouse teams for smooth rollout.

    · Establish, maintain, and grow strong relationships with current and prospective vendors.

    · Monitor supplier performance to ensure consistent quality and delivery standards.

    · Conduct market analysis to determine top-performing products by region and adjust purchase strategies accordingly.

    · Collaborate with sales and retail teams to align procurement with consumer demand trends.

    · Utilize understanding of the smoke shop retail environment to make informed purchasing decisions.

    · Stay up to date with new products, brands, and consumer preferences in the industry.

    Qualifications:

    · Proven experience in procurement or purchasing, ideally within the retail or smoke shop industry.

    · Strong analytical skills and market research capabilities.

    · Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.

    · Ability to manage multiple suppliers and product categories across various warehouse locations.

    · Familiarity with inventory management software and purchasing systems.

    · Highly organized, detail-oriented, and results-driven.

    Preferred Skills:

    · Experience with data-driven purchasing decisions.

    · Knowledge of compliance and regulations in the smoke shop or related industries.

    · Strong Excel or Google Sheets skills for pricing and trend analysis.

    Compensation & Benefits:

    · Competitive salary based on experience.

    · Growth opportunities within a fast-expanding company.