Purchasing Manager

We are looking for a Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations and help maintain a dependable flow of materials for manufacturing activities in Lawrence, Kansas. This role partners closely with sourcing, planning, and supplier teams to improve performance, strengthen supply continuity, and support broader supply chain objectives. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound analytical judgment, and hands-on experience managing purchasing processes within a structured enterprise environment.Responsibilities:• Direct day-to-day purchasing and planning activities to maintain consistent material availability and support production needs.• Collaborate with sourcing partners to improve supplier network performance and contribute to overall supply chain effectiveness.• Identify supplier delivery, quality, or service concerns early and elevate issues promptly to drive resolution.• Contribute to strategic procurement initiatives and support cross-functional sourcing projects as business needs require.• Track procurement and supply chain metrics, analyze trends, and take action to improve operational results.• Lead and guide purchasing team members or cross-functional stakeholders to ensure priorities are aligned and execution remains on schedule.• Drive continuous improvement efforts across purchasing and supply chain processes to increase efficiency and reliability.• Use enterprise systems and reporting tools to manage procurement activity, inventory visibility, and planning accuracy.• Perform additional responsibilities that support departmental and organizational objectives.• Assist with scheduling and master planning coordination to align purchasing activity with inventory and production requirements.