Director of Purchasing

Kimmel & Associates

. Develop and execute the company's overall purchasing and procurement strategy .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeBuena Vista • Colorado • United StatesLead💰 $130,000 - $170,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and executing procurement strategies, managing supplier relationships, and implementing purchasing processes. Strong analytical and financial skills support effective decision-making in supply chain operations and vendor performance.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Leadership Experience in PurchasingSupplier Relationship ManagementNegotiation of Pricing and ContractsSupply Chain Operations UnderstandingERP and Inventory Management Proficiency

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Hard Skills

Purchasing Strategy DevelopmentSupplier Sourcing and SelectionCost Reduction AnalysisPerformance Metrics DevelopmentForecasting and Inventory PlanningContract NegotiationPurchasing Process ImplementationAnalytical SkillsMaterial ProcurementVendor Performance Evaluation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsNegotiation SkillsMentoring and LeadershipCross-Department CollaborationStrategic Planning

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsMicrosoft Office

Industry Keywords

Supply ChainProcurementConstructionManufacturingBuilding Products

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop and execute the company's overall purchasing and procurement strategy
Lead supplier sourcing, selection, negotiation, and relationship management
Establish and maintain strategic relationships with key vendors and suppliers
Negotiate pricing, terms, contracts, lead times, and service agreements
Identify opportunities to reduce costs while maintaining quality and reliability
Develop purchasing processes, policies, controls, and performance metrics
Monitor market conditions, material availability, pricing trends, and supply chain risks
Partner with operations, manufacturing, construction, finance, and leadership teams to align purchasing with business needs
Improve forecasting, inventory planning, purchasing efficiency, and material availability
Evaluate supplier performance and address quality, delivery, pricing, or service issues
Develop contingency strategies to mitigate supply chain disruptions
Lead and develop the purchasing team as the organization continues to grow
Analyze purchasing data and provide leadership with actionable insights on spending, savings, supplier performance, and procurement risks
Support long-term business planning and organizational growth through strategic procurement initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven leadership experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or strategic sourcing
Experience managing supplier and vendor relationships in a construction, manufacturing, building products, or related environment strongly preferred
Demonstrated success negotiating pricing, contracts, and purchasing terms
Strong understanding of supply chain operations, material procurement, inventory management, and vendor performance
Experience developing and implementing purchasing processes and best practices
Strong financial and analytical skills with the ability to evaluate costs, margins, and procurement opportunities
Experience leading, mentoring, and developing purchasing or supply chain professionals
Strong communication and negotiation skills with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments
Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution in a growing organization
Proficiency with ERP, purchasing, inventory management, and Microsoft Office systems
Ability to work in a hybrid environment with regular presence in Buena Vista, CO

Benefits

Comp & perks

$130,000–$170,000 base salary, depending on experience and qualifications
Hybrid work environment
Opportunity to play a key leadership role within a growing organization
Direct impact on purchasing strategy, supplier relationships, and operational performance
Collaborative and innovative company culture
Long-term career growth and professional development opportunities