Purchasing Manager

CDW

. Implement and maintain strategic purchasing initiatives and associated goals to meet corporate objectives .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeVernon Hills • Illinois • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $113,000 - $158,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in strategic purchasing and procurement processes, with a strong focus on supplier management, relationship building, and process improvement. Proven ability to lead teams, manage inventory goals, and implement cost-effective procurement strategies in the technology industry.

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Strategic PurchasingSupplier ManagementProject ManagementAnalytical SkillsMicrosoft Office Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Purchasing ProcessProcurement StrategiesInventory ManagementNegotiation SkillsProcess Improvement

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsMultitasking AbilityRelationship BuildingLeadership Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain ManagementTechnology IndustryVendor RelationshipsCross-Functional PartnershipsDrop Ship Practices

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Implement and maintain strategic purchasing initiatives and associated goals to meet corporate objectives
Drive supplier service-level expectations and address underperforming suppliers
Review procedures for consistency and optimal execution
Enhance internal and external customer and vendor relationships
Maintain communication and cross-functional partnerships with internal stakeholders
Lead and develop team-member skill sets
Identify process improvements and recommend and implement changes
Establish primary suppliers for all product lines
Manage daily inventory goals, back-orders, aging inventory, buy-ins, and RFP practice
Lead the purchasing process for hardware, service, and software items across Drop Ship and Inventory practices
Increase Drop Ship and Inventory efficiency through cost-effective procurement strategies
Manage a purchasing team and ensure purchasing goals are achieved

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree required and 6 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or pricing OR 10 years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or pricing
1 year of experience managing people
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including interaction with senior leadership
Strong analytical, negotiation, and strategic planning skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Strong organizational skills
Demonstrated project management skills
Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong partner relationships
Strong ability to multitask and identify priorities
Advanced knowledge of the purchasing process
Flexibility to manage competing priorities and shift focus as business needs change
Experience in the technology industry
Experience building partnering relationships with top technology manufacturers and distribution partners
Working knowledge of Supply Chain Management

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus target of 10% subject to terms and conditions of plan
Benefits package (benefits overview provided at https://cdw.benefit-info.com/)
Hybrid work arrangement