Regional Purchasing Manager

Regional Purchasing Manager

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From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.

Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

What You’ll Get to Do

The Regional Purchasing Manager is focused on for leading procurement operations across a defined geographic region.

This role is perfect for an individual who is a leader and who has great communication skills. A vital member of the procurement team, this is an opportunity to build a career with an industry leader.

Ability to travel 10% of the time.

Job responsibilities include:

Strategic Procurement Leadership

• Oversee purchasing activities across multiple sites within the region.
• Develop and execute regional sourcing strategies that align with enterprise goals and local operational requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships and drive cost savings and value creation initiatives.

Planning & Forecasting

• Translate demand signals into actionable purchasing strategies, ensuring timely availability of materials and services.
• Lead regional inventory planning efforts, balancing service levels with working capital targets.
• Analyze historical usage, seasonal trends, and business cycles to inform procurement decisions and mitigate supply risks.

Operational Excellence

• Ensure timely execution of purchase orders and resolution of supply issues across the region.
• Monitor procurement KPIs (e.g., cost savings, PO cycle time) and report regularly to leadership.
• Support implementation of procurement systems and tools to improve efficiency and visibility.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on process standardization, automation, and supplier collaboration.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead and develop a team of Buyers, providing coaching, training, and performance management.
• Serve as the primary procurement liaison for regional leadership, operations, and finance teams.
• Foster a culture of accountability and collaboration within the procurement function.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in procurement or supply chain, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of planning and inventory management principles; experience with ERP systems and planning tools.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills; proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results in a matrixed environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in multi-site or regional procurement operations.
• Familiarity with category management and strategic sourcing methodologies.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools.

What OBE Offers You

• Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
• Work-life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
• Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
• Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

OBE is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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