Operations Purchasing Manager

Nuage Designs Inc• Miami, FL, US, FL

24d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operations Purchasing Manager owns end-to-end procurement — sourcing materials, supplies, and equipment cost-effectively and on time, managing vendor relationships and contracts, and partnering with operations, warehouse, and finance to control costs. This is a ground-floor role: Nuage has no formal opex/indirect purchasing process today. This person will build it from scratch — requisition workflows, approval thresholds, vendor standards, and reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Proven track record of vendor negotiation and cost management
Track record of driving cross-functional adoption of new processes or policies
Comfortable operating with ambiguity and creating structure where none exists
Strong analytical skills with experience using purchasing/inventory or ERP software
Excellent communication and relationship-management skills
Ability to manage multiple vendor relationships and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets for cost analysis and reporting

Nice To Haves

3-5+ years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, ideally in manufacturing or design/production
Experience building or overhauling a purchasing function from the ground up, ideally without a mature existing process
Experience in furniture, home goods, or design/manufacturing industries
Familiarity with import/export logistics and freight coordination
Certification in supply chain management (e.g., CPSM, CSCP) a plus

Responsibilities

Design and implement Nuage's first formal indirect/opex purchasing process, including requisition and approval workflows
Establish purchasing policies, spend thresholds, and vendor onboarding standards
Drive cross-functional adoption of new processes with Finance, Operations, and department heads
Ensure compliance with company policies, procurement best practices, and relevant regulations
Source, evaluate, and negotiate with vendors to secure favorable pricing, terms, and delivery schedules
Manage vendor relationships, including performance reviews, contract renewals, and issue resolution
Vet and onboard new suppliers, negotiating initial contract terms
Maintain accurate records of contracts, pricing agreements, and vendor certifications (e.g., insurance, COIs)
Develop purchasing strategies aligned with production schedules and operational needs
Process purchase orders and ensure accurate documentation for approvals, receiving, and invoicing
Monitor inventory levels with warehouse/production teams to prevent stockouts or overstock
Support cross-location coordination between Miami and Chicago on shared vendor accounts and logistics
Analyze purchasing data and market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities
Partner with Finance/Accounting on budget tracking, vendor payment terms, and cost reconciliation
Identify opportunities to consolidate spend, streamline vendor lists, and improve workflows