Director of Purchasing

About

Brio Water Technology, Inc. is at the forefront of hydration solutions, combining technology, sustainability, and innovative design to provide clean drinking water products that reduce environmental impact. From water coolers to filtration systems and beyond, Brio's diverse product range and commitment to quality help hydrate millions worldwide. Join us to drive transformative product strategies that reshape the way people access and enjoy drinking water.

Role

The Director of Purchasing is a senior leadership role responsible for developing and executing the organization's procurement strategy, managing supplier relationships, and overseeing the end-to-end purchasing function. This individual will drive cost savings, source new suppliers, ensure supply chain continuity, and align purchasing activities with broader organizational goals. The Director of Purchasing leads a team of procurement professionals and collaborates cross-functionally with Product Development, Finance, Warehousing, and other departments.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and implement a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with organizational objectives and financial targets.

• Establish and continuously improve purchasing policies, procedures, and best practices.

• Partner with executive leadership to support long-range planning, budgeting, and capital expenditure decisions.

• Drive innovation in procurement processes through technology, automation, and data analytics.

Supplier & Vendor Management

• Identify, evaluate, and manage strategic supplier relationships to ensure quality, cost, and delivery performance.

• Negotiate and administer contracts, pricing agreements, and master service agreements with key vendors.

• Conduct regular supplier performance reviews and develop scorecards to track KPIs.

• Mitigate supply chain risk through supplier diversification, contingency planning, and risk assessments.

Cost Management & Financial Oversight

• Lead cost reduction initiatives and track savings against established targets.

• Oversee the annual purchasing budget and provide regular reporting to senior leadership.

• Analyze spend data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for consolidation or savings.

• Ensure purchasing activities comply with financial controls and audit requirements.

• Develop key metrics to rescue expenses and improve effectiveness

Qualifications & Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field (required).

• MBA or advanced degree preferred.

• CPSM, CPM, or CSCP certification is a plus.

Experience

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive purchasing/procurement experience.

• At least 5 years in a managerial or director-level role with direct team oversight.

• Demonstrated success negotiating high-value contracts and managing complex supplier relationships.

• Experience importing product from Asia and other parts of the world.

• Experience in the water industry is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Strong analytical and financial acumen with experience in spend analysis and budgeting.

• Proficiency with ERP systems (Sage, NetSuite, etc.) and procurement platforms.

• Proven ability to lead organizational change and drive continuous improvement.

• High integrity, with a commitment to ethical sourcing and compliance.

• Mandarin proficiency is preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive base salary commensurate with experience.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• 401(k)

• Paid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements.