Purchasing Manager

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

. Lead Purchasing for the SEF Rivets & Equipment Purchasing POD, supporting five manufacturing plants across the United States .

Posted 11/10/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $95,600 - $146,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in purchasing and procurement processes, with a strong focus on supplier performance management, compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. Proven ability to lead and develop high-performing teams while driving operational effectiveness across multiple manufacturing sites.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Purchasing Operations ManagementSupplier Performance ManagementProcure-To-Pay ProcessesERP Systems ProficiencyData Analytics and Reporting

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Hard Skills

PurchasingProcurementSupply Chain ManagementMaterials ManagementProcess ImprovementPurchase Order ManagementKPI ManagementSupplier Delivery PerformanceCompliance RequirementsShortage Mitigation

Soft Skills

LeadershipCoachingTeam DevelopmentCross-Functional CollaborationAccountability

Tools & Technologies

ERP SystemsInfor LXJD(E)NavisionPower BIMicrosoft Excel

Industry Keywords

Manufacturing EnvironmentProcurement PoliciesDigital PurchasingOperational EffectivenessContinuous Improvement

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead Purchasing for the SEF Rivets & Equipment Purchasing POD, supporting five manufacturing plants across the United States
Drive Procure-to-Pay KPI performance, including purchase order cycle time, supplier delivery performance, and compliance metrics
Establish and implement best-in-class purchasing practices, standard work, and process discipline
Own and improve supplier on-time delivery performance
Identify, escalate, and resolve supplier delivery issues and supply chain constraints
Lead actions to manage and mitigate critical material shortages
Oversee purchase order creation, maintenance, follow-up, and closure
Ensure adherence to procurement policies, internal controls, and company compliance requirements
Digitalize purchasing tasks, reporting, and KPI management
Partner with suppliers and internal stakeholders to improve service and supply performance
Support cost, service, quality, and working capital objectives
Monitor purchasing performance trends and develop corrective actions
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to simplify processes, eliminate waste, and improve operational effectiveness
Lead, coach, and develop the purchasing team
Establish performance expectations, drive accountability, manage talent development, and foster cross-functional collaboration

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, Engineering, or a related field preferred
8+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or materials management, preferably in a manufacturing environment
5+ years of people management or leadership experience
Experience leading, coaching, and developing high-performing teams
Experience managing purchasing operations across multiple manufacturing sites or business units highly preferred
Demonstrated success managing supplier performance, on-time delivery, and shortage mitigation
Strong knowledge of procure-to-pay processes, purchase order management, and procurement compliance requirements
Experience driving process improvement and standardization
Proficiency with ERP systems, including Infor LX, JD(E), and Navision
Proficiency with purchasing tools and KPI/dashboard reporting
Strong data analytics and reporting capabilities
Advanced Microsoft Excel skills
Experience with Power BI or similar business intelligence

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Life insurance
Vision insurance
Disability insurance
401(k)
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Paid time off, including paid vacation, holidays & personal days
Tuition reimbursement
Wellness program
Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and products
Discounts on partner programs and vendors
Career development and multiple career paths
Digital learning portal
Lean Academy and online university
Certificates and specializations from renowned colleges and universities
Volunteerism and giving-back opportunities
Sustainable business practices