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Purchasing Manager

Vaco
$65,000.00 - $75,000.00 / yr
401(k), retirement plan

Feb 17, 2026
Vaco is hiring a Purchasing Manager Location: Pompano Beach, FL Compensation: $65-$75/annually Responsible for all purchasing activities and establishes strategic purchasing processes and procedures for purchasing materials, products, and services. Researches the best supplier to utilize, negotiates terms/pricing, logistics and ensures items purchased are compliant with organizations requirements as well as Government standards. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business or supply chain management or relevant experience. Five years of experience as a buyer or manager in a manufacturing environment. Demonstrated extensive knowledge of ERP systems. Basic Skills/Knowledge/Abilities Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems. Talking to others to convey information effectively. Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action. Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents. Intermediate math skills with the ability to calculate ratios, percentages, and margins and to understand basic statistical methodologies. Ability to read, write, and speak English Microsoft office suite experience with advanced Excel experience required. Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions. Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences. Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do. Actively looking for ways to help people. Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. Analyzing needs and product requirements. Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it. Generating or adapting equipment and technology to serve user needs. Motivating, developing, and directing people as they work, identifying the best people for the job. Managing one's own time and the time of others. Determining how money will be spent to get the work done, and accounting for these expenditures. Obtaining and seeing to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work. Duties and Responsibilities The essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: Represent company in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers. Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying, selling, and distributing materials, equipment, machinery, and supplies. Locate vendors of materials, equipment or supplies, and interview them to determine product availability and terms of sales. Maintain relationship with vendors or suppliers and negotiate contracts and secure advantageous terms for major purchases. Monitor suppliers' activities to assess performance in meeting quality or delivery requirements. Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment. Develop and implement purchasing and contract management instructions, policies, and procedures. Maintain records of goods ordered and received. Participate in the development of specifications for equipment, products or substitute materials. Monitor upcoming levels of demand. Determines optimal inventory levels for purchased product based on minimum order quantities, re-order points, lead time, safety stock, and cost. Inspect and ensure stock is adequate to meet demand requirements. Create purchase orders to replenish stock avoiding insufficiencies or excessive surplus. Analyze market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability in order to determine quantity and timing of deliveries Track shipments and address any delays Create and maintain vendor/supplier profiles up to date ERP Item Management Resolve vendor or contractor grievances and claims against suppliers. Coordinates supplier corrective action/root cause analysis for identified problems. Maintains records regarding supplier performance. Control purchasing department budgets. Review, evaluate, and approve specifications for Government awards and contracts. Review purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy. Administer online purchasing systems. Prepare reports regarding market conditions, material requirements, costs and delivery times. Solicits pricing for accurate and timely response to Requests for Quote or new product development and prepares the quotes Executes non-disclosure agreements as necessary with suppliers Maintains records of executed NDA's. Ensures the security of Fischer Panda and customer intellectual property and other data with suppliers. Assists in the role of "Parts Manager" in his/her absence. Maintains and promotes the highest level of ethical conduct Manage relationships and negotiate prices and terms with suppliers, vendors, and freight forwarders. Confirm Purchase Order Pricing against Order Confirmations. Contact Vendor with any pricing discrepancies, request corrected copy prior to receipt of goods. Meet with suppliers to discuss performance metrics, to provide performance feedback, or to discuss production forecasts or changes. Identify process bottleneck and implement solutions in a timely manner Ensures that supply chain systems, processes, and procedures conform to ISO 9001 requirements. Work Activities Resolving Conflicts and Negotiating with Others Communicating with Persons Outside Organization Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates Establishing and Maintaining Interpersonal Relationships Getting Information Making Decisions and Solving Problems Interacting With Computers Monitoring and Controlling Resources Coordinating the Work and Activities of Others Guiding, Directing, and Motivating Subordinates Analyze data to inform operational decisions or activities. Coordinate with external parties to exchange information. Develop operating strategies, plans, or procedures. Develop organizational policies or programs. Develop specifications for new products or processes. Implement organizational process or policy changes. Implement transportation changes to reduce environmental impact. Maintain operational records. Negotiate agreements for products or services. Prepare forms or applications. Prepare operational budgets. Resolve employee or contractor problems. Schedule product or material transportation. Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products. Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. 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Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.