Procurement Manager

Location: Louisville KY
Employment Type: Full-Time

Are you a strategic procurement professional who enjoys building vendor partnerships negotiating favorable pricing and using data to improve purchasing decisions Were looking for a Procurement Manager to oversee the purchasing function for a growing restaurant technology solutions company.

In this role youll manage vendor relationships oversee purchasing operations monitor inventory and spending trends and provide reporting that helps leadership make informed business decisions. Youll work closely with operations warehouse finance and project teams to ensure our technicians have the equipment they need- when they need it.

If youre analytical relationship-driven and thrive in a fast-paced environment wed love to hear from you.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with vendors distributors and manufacturers.

• Negotiate pricing contracts and delivery terms to maximize value and control costs.

• Manage the procurement process from purchase request through delivery.

• Monitor inventory levels and purchasing trends to ensure product availability.

• Generate and analyze procurement reports including vendor performance purchasing activity inventory levels spending and cost savings.

• Track key purchasing metrics and identify opportunities to improve efficiency.

• Evaluate supplier performance lead times pricing and service levels.

• Coordinate with warehouse operations finance and project management to forecast purchasing needs.

• Ensure accurate purchase orders invoices and procurement records.

• Resolve vendor issues and supply chain disruptions while minimizing operational impact.

• Continuously improve procurement processes and identify opportunities for automation and cost reduction.

• 3 years of procurement purchasing supply chain or sourcing experience.

• Experience managing vendor relationships and contract negotiations.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to create and interpret purchasing and inventory reports.

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and reporting tools.

• Experience with ERP purchasing or inventory management systems.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Strong communication and relationship-building abilities.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Procurement experience within technology electronics field service or distribution environments.

• Experience purchasing POS systems payment devices networking equipment or other technology hardware.

• Inventory planning forecasting and demand management experience.

• Knowledge of supply chain best practices and vendor performance management.

Were a growing technology services company that supports restaurants across the country with point-of-sale systems payment technology networking equipment and ongoing technical support.

As our Procurement Manager youll play a critical role in ensuring our technicians have the equipment they need to deliver exceptional service. Youll have the opportunity to build strategic supplier partnerships influence purchasing decisions improve operational efficiency and help shape the future of our supply chain as we continue to grow.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary

• Medical dental and vision insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Life and disability insurance

• Paid time off

• Opportunities for career growth and advancement within a fast-growing technology organization

• A collaborative team-oriented culture that recognizes and rewards high performance

If youre ready to make an impact in a company where your expertise and ideas are valued wed love to hear from you.

Thrive is an equal opportunity employer.