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The Supervisor, Purchasing Solutions will lead a team of Purchasing Coordinators in optimizing procurement processes while driving improvements and fostering vendor relationships.

Responsibilities: Supervise a team, manage procurement operations, enhance ESD tracking, maintain vendor records, and drive process improvements.

Skills: Strong leadership in procurement operations, proficiency in NetSuite Cloud ERP and Microsoft Excel, with excellent organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree preferred and over 5 years of experience in operations or supply chain, with at least 1-2 years in a supervisory role.

Location: Position based in Saint Paul, Minnesota, United States with no specified remote work.

Compensation: $67000 - $75000 / Annually

Position Summary

The Supervisor, Purchasing Solutions leads a team of Purchasing Coordinators to ensure efficient, accurate, and strategic procurement operations. This role is responsible for overseeing procurement support functions, including estimated ship date (ESD) management, item and vendor record maintenance, and database accuracy for open orders. The Supervisor drives process improvements, fosters vendor relationships, and collaborates cross-functionally to support organizational objectives. The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented leader with strong systems expertise and a passion for team development.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor a team of Purchasing Coordinators, fostering a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Monitor team performance, distribute workloads effectively, and provide coaching to enhance accuracy and productivity.
• Act as the primary escalation point for resolving complex team-related issues.
• Manage and optimize the Estimated Ship Date (ESD) tracking and communication process to ensure timely updates and transparency.
• Oversee item setup, ensuring compliance with internal standards and accurate database maintenance.
• Maintain and update vendor confirmations, open orders, and confirmed orders, proactively addressing discrepancies.
• Manage purchase price accuracy and maintenance, supporting the Buyer team.
• Ensure accuracy of procurement data, including backorder tracking, pricing, and availability, within the NetSuite Cloud ERP system.
• Analyze ERP reports to inform inventory and purchasing strategies.
• Support auditing and reporting to maintain data quality and compliance.
• Build and maintain strategic vendor relationships, verifying shipment details, tracking updates, and negotiating support terms.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, IT, and Buying teams to streamline processes and enhance system functionality.
• Communicate product backorder status to the Sales Admin Department, promoting transparency.
• Lead opportunity projects to enhance procurement efficiency and strategy.
• Organize and support Vendor Operations with partner incentive programs.
• Drive vendor product authorization initiatives to ensure compliance and foster mutually beneficial partnerships.
• Organize and update price lists in the system, ensuring accessibility and accuracy.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement and adaptability within the team.
• Handle other duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility in a dynamic environment.

Education & Skill Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; Business Administration, Business Management, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in operations, procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations.
• 1–2 years of supervisory or team lead experience.
• Proficiency with NetSuite Cloud ERP, Microsoft Excel, and procurement databases.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize and thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with order and item lifecycle tracking in enterprise systems.
• Knowledge of vendor management best practices.
• Familiarity with education, IT/AV, or distribution industries is a plus.

Pay Range: $67,000-75,000/year

Benefits: 

• Medical (offer three various plans with Aetna) - employee and employer contributions
• Dental - employee and employer contributions
• Vision - employee and employer contributions
• Health Savings Account with a company contribution if participating in an HDHP plan
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer paid Life and ADD Insurance
• Supplemental Life and ADD available for purchase
• 401(k) plan with Employer Match
• 160 hours of Paid Time Off
• Philanthropy Time
• Parental Leave

Training

• It will be necessary to participate in upgrading courses from time to time to keep abreast of changing policy, technology, and growth.

Bluum is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing inclusive, accessible and barrier free employment practices. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment and selection process.