Purchasing Manager

Agilix Solutions • Maryland Heights, MO

9h

About The Position

Agilix Solutions is seeking a Purchasing Manager. We are looking for a strategic and experienced procurement professional to lead our purchasing team. The Purchasing Manager will oversee purchasing operations across our 13 branch locations, ensuring alignment with vendor requirements, managing inventory performance, and leading a team of 3–6 employees. This individual will play a critical role in achieving our inventory and procurement goals through continuous improvement initiatives and expert use of our ERP system.
 This role will report to the Director of Supplier Relations.

Requirements

• Strong analytical abilities with a proven ability to analyze and evaluate trends, supplier performance, and procurement metrics.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing teams and cross-functional relationships.
• Solid understanding of supply chain processes and best practices in procurement and inventory management.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written to effectively engage with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Manage the purchasing process supporting automation, electrical, and industrial distribution across 13 Agilix branches.
• Ensure compliance with vendor requirements related to purchasing, stocking, and returns.
• Control the purchasing department budget relative to inventory growth and shrink through improvement of the following key metrics: 1. Customer Fill Rate 2. Inventory Turns 3. GMROI
• Implement purchasing strategies aligned with company goals, including forecasting trends and mitigating risks associated with procurement, including but not limited to: 1. Exceptional Usage Corrections  2. PO Lead-Time Exceptions  3. OAN With Hits 
• Serve as the ERP system expert for the Purchasing Team, maintaining up-to-date system knowledge and capabilities.
• Oversee the Purchasing Team, provide guidance and support in their daily activities, and ensure that all team members are trained in procurement processes and policies.
• Occasional travel for in-person meetings and other business needs

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (Employer contributions for 1st year only)
• 401(k) (Company match contributions and discretionary annual profit-sharing plan)
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• Company Sponsored Short-Term Disability
• Company Sponsored Long-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Monthly allocation of work-from-home days
• Legal Services
• Critical Illness
• Life Insurance
• Dependent Care/FSA

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed