What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Manager position at A. Duie Pyle, INC.?
A family-owned business since 1924, A. Duie Pyle provides a range of integrated transportation and distribution solutions throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic. Supported by our vast network of Less-Than-Truckload (LTL) service centers, warehouse facilities, and dedicated locations, we have the ability to offer flexible and seamless integrated solutions tailored to our customer’s needs.
Simply put, when it comes to integrated supply chain solutions, Pyle People Deliver. Our promise is to provide outstanding service as it remains to be our first and foremost mission.
Position Summary:
A Duie Pyle is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee purchasing functions and drive operational efficiency. This role uses data to help strengthen purchasing decisions, improve supplier relationships, and enhance overall supply chain performance.
The responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:
- Leading and managing all aspects of the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process, ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant purchasing transactions
- Developing, implementing, and maintaining procurement policies, procedures, and internal controls
- Partnering with Finance and Accounts Payable to streamline invoice matching, approvals, and payment workflows
- Overseeing supplier relationships, including onboarding, performance evaluation, and contract compliance
- Analyzing purchasing trends, spend data, and supplier performance to identify cost savings and process improvement opportunities
- Collaborating with internal stakeholders to forecast purchasing needs and align procurement activities with business objectives
- Driving adoption and optimization within purchasing systems (SAP, Oracle, Jagger, Coupa, etc.) to enhance efficiency and visibility
- Ensuring compliance with company policies, audit requirements, and applicable regulations
To be qualified for this position, you must possess the following:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or related field (Master’s degree or CPSM/CPP certification a plus)
- 5–8 years of progressive experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management, with at least 2 years in a leadership role
- Strong expertise in Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process management, purchasing systems, and ERP integration
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive process improvements
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and analytical skills
- Advanced Excel skills and experience with reporting tools (Power BI, Tableau, etc.)
The following skills are preferred, but not required:
- Experience implementing or managing P2P automation tools (e.g., Coupa, Ariba, Jagger)
- Familiarity with supplier risk management and compliance programs
- Strong financial acumen and understanding of accounting workflows related to purchasing
For a full job description associated with this posting, please contact A. Duie Pyle’s Human Resources department. This job posting is intended solely for external advertising purposes and does not represent a comprehensive list of all job-related duties and qualifications.
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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