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How much do director of purchasing jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 1, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of purchasing in Springfield, MO is $107,416.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $85,000.00 and $126,900.00 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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Purchasing Manager - WRMG

Bass Pro Shops

Springfield, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 4 hours ago

Bass Pro Shops rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 439 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

16th of 39 rated national retailers

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Purchasing Manager leads the direct materials procurement function for White River Marine Group's (WRMG) operations network that includes aluminum, fiberglass, and pontoon boats production as well as trailer, kayak, and component manufacturing. This leader's mission is to ensure efficient production operations through consistent material availability while maintaining balanced inventory positions.
This role is responsible for managing a team of purchasing agents while driving supplier performance, material availability, process standardization and continuous improvement efforts. Works cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Scheduling, Engineering, Finance, and Logistics teams to support production schedules, optimize inventory investment, mitigate supply risk, and achieve operational excellence.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Lead, coach, develop purchasing agents to achieve company objectives

  • Ensure uninterrupted material flow to support production schedules while minimizing on hand inventory, and excess and obsolete materials

  • Manage purchasing agent workloads, priorities and performance to ensure timely execution of purchasing activities

  • Escalate and drive resolution of material shortages, supplier delivery issues, logistics delays, and production constraints through cross-functional collaboration

  • Measure and improve key performance indicators: supplier on-time delivery, inventory levels & turns, shortages, schedule attainment, freight costs

  • Partner with Sourcing to address supplier performance, capacity constraints, and supply continuity risks

  • Maintain standardized purchasing processes, procedures and controls

  • Utilize MRP system to manage purchasing requirements, forecast, inventory, and supplier deliveries

  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Sourcing, Engineering in support of new product introductions, product or volume changes

  • Support logistics partners as required

  • Prepare and present purchasing performance metrics, inventory trends, supply risk assessments

ALL OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED
EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Minimum Degree Required: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Operations, Engineering, or Business

  • Preferred Degree: Bachelor's Degree in ENTER DETAILS or related field (if applicable)

  • Certificate(s) or License(s):

  • Years of experience: 10 years

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY:
  • TBD

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Up to 15% travel required to support visiting suppliers and plant operations locations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
  • Regular computer work, and sitting
  • Occasional walking, standing, and lifting

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT
  • Develops objectives and general policies and procedures for a specific program or functional area of responsibility within general scope of established operational goals and plans. Day-to-day work and decisions do not require direction or review by immediate supervisor. End results are reviewed by supervisor.

Full Time Benefits Summary:
Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Health Savings Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Voluntary benefits
  • 401k Retirement Savings
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid sick time
  • Bass Pro Cares Fund
  • And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Reasonable Accommodations
Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.
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