Purchasing and Logistics Manager

About Bivar

Bivar is a global leader in innovative LED indication and component solutions, serving customers across a wide range of industries. We are an employee‑owned company committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, and delivering high‑quality products that meet the evolving needs of our customers. Join a team where your contributions make a direct impact on our success.

About the Role

We are seeking a
Purchasing & Logistics Manager to oversee the day‑to‑day flow of materials and finished goods across our supply chain. This role ensures timely purchasing execution, reliable supplier coordination, and efficient logistics operations to support production schedules, inventory targets, and customer delivery commitments.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment, enjoys solving operational challenges, and brings strong experience in purchasing, logistics, and cross‑functional collaboration. This is a hands‑on management role that supports established supply chain processes while driving continuous improvement across purchasing and logistics activities.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain material availability and inventory stability to support production schedules and customer demand.
• Manage daily inbound and outbound logistics, coordinating with freight carriers, 3PL partners, customs brokers, and transportation providers.
• Support logistics center operations by monitoring performance, resolving issues, and identifying cost‑saving opportunities.
• Lead supplier coordination, purchase order execution, and performance management, including supplier surveys and scorecards.
• Track and report key KPIs such as supplier on‑time delivery, inventory turns, PPV, freight and purchasing spend, lead times, landed cost, and service levels.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Sales, and Finance to align purchasing and logistics activities with production and financial goals.
• Support new product introductions and custom solutions by sourcing RFQs, preparing suppliers, and ensuring materials and logistics readiness.
• Execute demand planning using forecasts, design releases, and pipeline visibility to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
• Maintain accurate ERP/MRP data for purchase orders, lead times, receipts, and inventory.
• Drive operational improvements across purchasing, logistics, and inventory management.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field, Supply Chain, Logistics, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in global supply chain and production environments, ideally within the electronic components industry.
• Strong understanding of logistics operations, purchasing processes, and inventory management.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and related tools.
• Ability to resolve complex issues involving global suppliers and logistics partners.
• Demonstrated success as a people manager.
• APICS certifications (CPIM, CLTD) preferred.
• Excellent communication, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, high‑growth environment and influence cross‑functional teams.
• Ability to travel as needed.

Why Join Bivar

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and participation in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), giving every employee a direct stake in the company’s success.

At Bivar, we know that strong teams are built from a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. Even if your experience doesn’t align with every qualification listed, we encourage you to apply. If you’re excited about contributing to a high‑growth organization, strengthening our supply chain operations, and helping deliver exceptional value to our customers, we’d love to hear from you.