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House Buyers of America

Purchasing Manager

Denver, CO · On-site

$80K - $130K/yr

Purchasing Manager House Buyers of America is looking for a Purchasing Manager who will be responsible for bidding, managing and negotiating all contracts for our home renovations. This person will ...

House Buyers of America

Purchasing Manager

Denver, CO · Remote

$80K - $130K/yr

Purchasing Manager House Buyers of America is looking for a Purchasing Manager who will be responsible for bidding, managing and negotiating all contracts for our home renovations. This person will ...

House Buyers of America

Purchasing Manager

Denver, CO · Remote

$80K - $130K/yr

Purchasing Manager House Buyers of America is looking for a Purchasing Manager who will be responsible for bidding, managing and negotiating all contracts for our home renovations. This person will ...

PRIMORIS USA

Purchasing Specialist

Denver, CO · On-site

$70K - $90K/yr

The Purchasing Specialist works under the direction of procurement leadership and plays a critical role in ensuring materials and services are procured in accordance with project requirements ...

Structural Group

Director of Construction

Denver, CO · On-site

$150 - $190/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Director of ConstructionSkip to main content# CareersDirector of Construction page is loaded ... Reviews and approves all major equipment purchases for the branch or business line to ensure ...

The GrowHaus

$65K - $75K/yr

  • Medical

  • PTO

Director of Operations (Bilingual English/Spanish) The GrowHaus Hours: Full-time, exempt Reports to ... Manage organizational and programming supplies purchasing and stocking. General Facilities ...

Structural Group, Inc.

Director of Construction

Denver, CO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Retirement

  • PTO

As a Director of Construction based in Denver, you will be responsible for providing high level ... Reviews and approves all major equipment purchases for the branch or business line to ensure ...

Acme Manufacturing Co Inc

Director of Operations

Denver, CO · On-site

$120K - $140K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

We are currently seeking a Director of Operations to lead our warehouse, assembly, shipping, and ... purchasing experience through our individual brand websites. We also serve a select number of brick ...

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How much do director of purchasing jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of purchasing in Colorado is $124,185.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,300.00 and $146,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director of purchasing do?

The primary responsibilities of a director of purchasing are to buy materials for an organization to use or resell and to analyze supplier data. They compare suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery time. The director of purchasing also interviews vendors and visits suppliers to learn about new products and services. They may head a team of purchasers and manage a purchasing department. Skills in business practice and negotiation are essential for this career because directors are required to negotiate contracts on behalf of their organizations. The educational requirement for this job is typically a bachelor's degree in business administration or a related subject. Qualifications include but are not limited to, an understanding of supply chain management, financial analysis, data analysis, inventory management, interpersonal communication, and office administration.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of purchasing?

To thrive as a Director of Purchasing, you need expertise in supply chain management, vendor negotiations, and strategic sourcing, typically backed by a relevant degree and extensive procurement experience. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, procurement software, and certifications such as CPSM or CPM are highly valued. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication are essential soft skills for managing teams and stakeholder relationships. These skills and qualifications are crucial for optimizing cost savings, ensuring reliable supply chains, and driving organizational efficiency.

What are the primary challenges a director of purchasing faces in managing supplier relationships?

A Director of Purchasing often encounters challenges such as balancing cost savings with quality, maintaining strong supplier partnerships, and mitigating supply chain disruptions. They must negotiate favorable contracts while ensuring suppliers consistently meet delivery and compliance standards. Additionally, adapting to market volatility and proactively identifying alternative sources are key to minimizing risk and supporting organizational goals. Strong communication and strategic planning skills are essential to navigate these complexities and foster collaborative relationships.
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Infographic showing various Director Of Purchasing job openings in Colorado as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,185 per year, or $59.7 per hour.

Director, Purchasing

ACCO Engineered Systems

Colorado Springs, CO • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago

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Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

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Job description


General Job Description:Purchasing Director directs the procurement and purchasing operations and strategy to provide the material and services to meet organizational requirements for quality, volume, availability, and pricing. Evaluates and develops strategic supplier relationships, negotiates contracts, and implements systems for monitoring performance, assessing risk, and responding to change in demand of disruptions in the supply chain.
Supervises: Purchasing Managers or Supervisors
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
  • Oversee all procurement support operations including purchasing, subcontracting, project vendor management support, Tool cribs, Fabrication Shops, Facility Management, Capital Expenditures, and other Business Unit costs.
  • Works to develop new process improvement concepts to increase efficiency and better team engagement.
  • Signature authority for project support purchase orders, subcontracts, business unit or CapEx AIA contracts.
  • Responsible for subcontract review of non-union requests, bond reviews, and redline review/negotiations.
  • Maintain relationships with key staff at major suppliers in all markets.
  • Work with Business Unit Managers to ensure a working understanding of ACCO's needs in order to continually improve on Purchasing department processes and results.
  • Maintain productivity KPI for Project Buyers to ensure requests are being handled in a timely manner.
  • Hold regular meetings with direct reports to review all open problems, understand cost implications, and direct strategy to ensure ethical practices with our suppliers and minimum ACCO's loss as a result of supplier actions.
  • Prepare quarterly report for distribution to VP level ACCO leaders and the VP, Procurement which details open problems, summary of any issues, expected cost impacts, and recovery projections.
  • Work to manage the process of mitigating delays, properly notifying suppliers of their responsibilities from a cost perspective relative to supplier caused issues, and resolving billing disputes between ACCO and suppliers.
  • Maintain an understanding of material demands and commodity markets as it relates to developing the best cost positions possible.

Position Requirements (Skills, Work Experience, Education, etc.):
  • Ability to motivate and lead a diverse and complex team.
  • Demonstrates high ethical standards.
  • Strong leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Advanced dispute resolution and negotiation skills.
  • Understanding of Supply Chain Management, and the complexities of multi-tier supply chain management.
  • Has a basic understanding of subcontracting including applicable terms and requirements (insurance, indemnity, payment, etc.).
  • Track record of process management, project management, and evaluation.
  • Proven ability to foster internal and external relationships.
  • Proven ability to advocate and persevere on behalf of the organization.
  • 10+ years of experience of leading purchasing initiatives.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, or related field.

ACCO Competencies:
  • Purchasing at ACCO: Understanding of how to work within ACCO to develop Purchasing into a resource for the company, and to prevent it from being an internal roadblock.
  • Proactivity / Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one's level/position and with minimal supervision.
  • Perseverance: Shows the wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity.
  • Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities.
  • Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people.
  • Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner.
  • Big Picture: Understands and contributes to organizations' short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success.
  • Motivation / Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals, takes responsibility and shows personal humility.
  • Technical Curiosity / Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feed, back; demonstrating an openness to learning and change.
  • Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve a problem in support of personal, group, department, or organizational objectives.

Physical Requirements:
(The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
  • The employee may regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Distance vision.
  • While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
  • The employee is regularly required to walk and sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl (for purposes of assisting with project job walks and site inspections).
  • The employee is occasionally required to reach above shoulder height to access storage cabinets and shelves.

Hours:
This is an exempt position. Workdays are scheduled from Monday through Friday. Typically, work hours begin and end between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm as scheduled with the position's supervisor. Occasional overtime may be necessary per business needs.
Travel: 15 - 20% of the time to and from the primary office to regional branch offices.
Competitive Wage:
$145,635.00 to $187,792.50 Annual Salary. Applicants, please note that actual compensation is determined by several factors that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, depth of experience, certifications, relevant education or training, and specific work location, among others. The offered wage or salary is only one aspect of an employee's total compensation.
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About Us
Why join ACCO? ACCO Engineered Systems is one of the largest mechanical contractors in the country. Since 1934, owners and builders have selected ACCO to design, install, and maintain more than 250,000 mechanical projects. ACCO is dedicated to the design, fabrication, installation, maintenance and service of commercial and industrial HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, process piping, and building automation systems. Whether your project is a low or high-rise office building, a shopping mall, hospital, semi-conductor fabrication facility or pharmaceutical manufacturing plant...ACCO can design, build, install, and maintain a mechanical system to meet your needs.
Here at ACCO, we are a part of something bigger. Just ask our customers: California Academy of Sciences, L.A. Live, and San Francisco 49ers Stadium. While we have been around for 80+ years, we continue to grow at a dynamic pace. And we are looking for talented individuals to join our team.
What's great about working at ACCO is that we're a big enough company to be the leader in HVAC mechanical contracting in California and the Southwest U.S., but as a 100% employee-owned ESOP, we're a private company with a family-oriented feel. Several of our employees have worked at ACCO for twenty-five, thirty, and even over forty years! Together, the employees of ACCO are comprised of intelligent, dedicated, and entrepreneurial team members who put customers first and enjoy what they do.
ACCO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AA M/F/V/D.
We proudly hire U.S. Military Veterans, and those qualified are encouraged to apply.
Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law.|Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision
ACCO will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.
Notice to Outside Recruiters:
Hiring managers are not authorized to review or accept recruiting agreements from any outside recruiting agencies. Outside recruiting agencies should not submit unsolicited resumes without signing the company's recruiting agreement.

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