Purchasing Supervisor

The Dixon Group•Chestertown, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Dixon Group is seeking a Purchasing Supervisor to join their team. In this role, you will develop and implement sourcing strategies to maintain optimal inventory levels while securing cost-effective solutions. You will play a vital role in their manufacturing operations by nurturing supplier relationships, analyzing market trends, and collaborating across departments to ensure the timely delivery of materials. The Dixon Group values the contributions of Military Veterans and encourages them to apply.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 years of experience in purchasing or procurement (manufacturing environment preferred).
Proven leadership experience managing a team.
Proficiency in purchasing software, tools, and the Microsoft Office Suite.
Strong negotiation, contract management, and analytical problem-solving abilities.
Dedicated, detail-oriented team player and self-starter who excels at building relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.

Nice To Haves

APICS, CPIM, or CSCP certification
Familiarity with Logility Supply Chain Planning

Responsibilities

Direct, coach, and mentor the Purchasing team, managing daily tasks, performance evaluations, and staffing needs while promoting a positive, accountable work environment aligned with Dixon’s Mission, Vision, and Values.
Develop purchasing strategies, optimize inventory levels, identify single-source vulnerabilities, and implement dual-sourcing or contingency plans to mitigate supply disruption risks.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors, negotiating contracts and pricing terms to ensure the best overall value.
Partner with Production and Operations to ensure material availability; work with Accounts Payable to resolve three-way matching discrepancies and approve POs; and collaborate with Quality Assurance to manage Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs), Return to Vendor processes, and supplier credits.
Analyze market trends, monitor supplier performance, and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality.
Track and report on core purchasing metrics, including Purchase Price Variance (PPV), On-Time In-Full (OTIF) delivery, supplier lead times, and inventory turnover.