Responsibilities:

• Manage relationships with overseas manufacturers and suppliers.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, lead times, and supply agreements.
• Oversee import logistics, including ocean freight, customs, and supplier coordination.
• Lead product development initiatives, source new products, and identify new manufacturing partners.
• Analyze purchasing data, inventory levels, and market trends to support business growth.
• Collaborate with sales and operations to align purchasing strategies with customer demand.
• Support and help develop the purchasing team as the company grows.

 

Qualification:

• 5–10 years of purchasing, sourcing, or import experience
• Strong background in international sourcing and supplier negotiations.
• Experience managing overseas manufacturers and import programs.
• Knowledge of ocean freight, customs, and global supply chain operations.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Experience with product development is a plus.
• Leadership experience or interest in growing into a leadership role preferred.