Purchasing Manager

Job Description

Job Description

At Baesman, we hire associates who are looking for more. As a family-owned business of four generations, we're invested in the people we hire because they are family. We take pride in helping our teammates achieve more than they thought possible.

Baesman Group, a nationally recognized provider of direct-to-consumer and in-store marketing strategy and execution, is seeking an experienced Purchasing Specialist to join our Purchasing team.

The Role

This position combines strategic responsibility with day-to-day purchasing execution. You will negotiate vendor agreements, manage inventory, and also handle purchase orders and supplier communication. The ideal candidate is equally comfortable analyzing costs and building supplier relationships as they are processing orders and monitoring delivery timelines.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to support production and business objectives.
• Source, evaluate, and manage vendor relationships for paper, ink, printing plates, bindery supplies, mailing materials, and other related products.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery schedules to ensure cost savings and reliability.
• Process and issue accurate purchase orders and requisitions.
• Monitor inventory levels, reconcile discrepancies, and coordinate with production and warehouse teams to prevent shortages or excess stock.
• Track open orders, follow up with vendors, and resolve delivery or quality issues.
• Support cost control efforts by gathering quotes, analyzing spending, and identifying opportunities for savings.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records, vendor files, and pricing lists.
• Collaborate with production, operations, and finance to anticipate needs and support new projects.
• Stay informed on industry trends, material innovations, and supply chain risks.
• Promote Baesman’s values : Can-do Attitude, We Before Me, Go the Extra Mile, Embrace Growth and Change, and Always Do the Right Thing.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For

Benefits

Financial wellness is about more than just your salary. Here are the other ways Baesman Takes care of our teammates.

Medical Insurance - Choose between 3 medical plan options. We also offer dental and vision coverage, in addition to pre-tax flexible spending plans.

Profit-Sharing - Share in Baesman’s success. We also offer a 50% matching 401(k) program for up to 6% of your pay.

Paid Time Off - It’s important that you take time to recharge. That’s why we offer PTO, holiday breaks, and employee assistance programs.

Life and disability Insurance - We have you covered : Baesman pays 100% of the premium for life and disability.

On-site workout facility, wellness initiatives, and more.

Setting the Standard - Baesman earned a 2020 Best Workplace in the Americas designation from the Printing Industries of America. The prestigious award recognizes our efforts in providing an outstanding work environment. We’re honored and proud to be recognized.

Baesman is a fourth-generation, family-owned business. In the same way families grow and change over time, so do the opportunities within our organization. We believe in hard work, cultivating talent, and promoting from within. We strive to help our teammates, our clients, and our shareholders achieve more than they thought possible.

Baesman is an Equal Opportunity Employer.