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The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for leading procurement activities in a printing operation, overseeing a team of buyers, and ensuring the timely and compliant acquisition of raw materials ...

Purchasing Coordinator

Lakeville, MN

$21.75 - $29.25/hr

Review, print, and organize PDFs and related documentation. * Communicate with vendors to confirm pricing, acknowledgements, and delivery dates. * Track open purchase orders and update ETAs. * Assist ...

Purchasing Coordinator

La Vergne, TN

$20 - $26.75/hr

Source print and promotional items based on client specifications and account manager guidance * Create purchase orders and distribute to vendors based on client instructions * Actively schedule and ...

Purchasing Coordinator

La Vergne, TN · On-site

$20 - $26.75/hr

Source print and promotional items based on client specifications and account manager guidance * Create purchase orders and distribute to vendors based on client instructions * Actively schedule and ...

Purchasing Coordinator

La Vergne, TN · On-site

$20 - $26.75/hr

Source print and promotional items based on client specifications and account manager guidance * Create purchase orders and distribute to vendors based on client instructions * Actively schedule and ...

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How much do print purchasing jobs pay per year?

As of May 31, 2026, the average yearly pay for print purchasing in the United States is $54,033.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $43,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Print Purchasing professional, and why are they important?

To thrive in Print Purchasing, you need strong negotiation, vendor management, and print production knowledge, often supported by experience in print or procurement roles. Familiarity with print management software, cost analysis tools, and procurement systems is typically required. Outstanding organizational skills, attention to detail, and effective communication help build strong supplier relationships and ensure project accuracy. These capabilities are crucial for securing quality materials at competitive prices while meeting deadlines and maintaining production standards.

What are some common challenges faced in a Print Purchasing role, and how can they be managed effectively?

One of the primary challenges in Print Purchasing is balancing cost efficiency with quality and timeliness. Print buyers must often negotiate with multiple vendors, manage tight deadlines, and ensure that specifications are met without exceeding budget. Effective communication, strong organizational skills, and maintaining good relationships with trusted suppliers are key to overcoming these challenges. Additionally, staying updated on new printing technologies and market trends helps print purchasers make informed decisions and adapt to changing project needs.

What is print purchasing?

Print purchasing is the process of sourcing, negotiating, and buying printed materials such as brochures, books, packaging, or promotional items for a company or organization. Print purchasers work with vendors, assess quality and pricing, and manage timelines to ensure print jobs are completed to specifications and delivered on time. This role requires knowledge of printing processes, materials, and market trends to achieve the best value and quality. Print purchasers often collaborate closely with designers, marketers, and production teams.

What is the difference between Print Purchasing vs Print Production Coordinator?

Print PurchasingPrint Production Coordinator
Focuses on sourcing and buying print materials and servicesManages the entire print production process from start to finish
Requires knowledge of suppliers, pricing, and procurementRequires understanding of print workflows, timelines, and quality control
Typically involved in negotiations and vendor relationshipsCoordinates between clients, designers, and printers to ensure project completion

Print Purchasing primarily handles procurement and vendor negotiations, while Print Production Coordinators oversee the entire print process. Both roles require knowledge of printing methods and industry standards, but their focus areas differ. Understanding these distinctions helps employers and job seekers identify the right role for their skills and career goals.

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Mgr Purchasing

Cartamundi -Dallas,TX

Dallas, TX • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


Job description

Join the worldwide leader in playing cards and in “play” solutions. Play is what keeps us going, and it always has been our greatest motivation. That's why we live different, play different.


The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for leading procurement activities in a printing operation, overseeing a team of buyers, and ensuring the timely and compliant acquisition of raw materials, packaging, and outsourced services feeding Texas and Mexico operations. This role will use, SAP to execute purchasing while coordinating closely with sales forecasts outside the MRP system. The Purchasing Manager also ensures full compliance with (including, but not limited to) FSC, ISO, and FAMA requirements and supports audit readiness across the supply base.


What you’ll do as a Purchasing Manager:

  • Lead end‑to‑end purchasing for paper, board, inks, substrates, packaging, and print‑related services.
  • Execute purchasing activities using SAP MRP, translating external forecasts and production plans into purchase orders.
  • Balance cost, lead time, quality, and inventory levels to meet manufacturing schedules and service targets.
  • Manage purchase order accuracy, confirmations, expediting, and resolution of supply issues.
  • Find, grow, and develop talent in purchasing team.
  • Assign workloads, set priorities, and review purchase decisions to ensure alignment with production needs and budgets.
  • Establish standard work, purchasing procedures, and internal controls.
  • Partner with Planning, Operations, and Sales teams to align long lead-time purchasing activity with forecasts in a make-to-order environment.
  • Track and report key metrics such as open purchase orders, on time delivery, and supplier performance.



We’re looking for a Purchasing Manager with:

  • Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business, Operations, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 5+ years of purchasing/procurement experience in a manufacturing environment. Printing environment, preferred.
  • Prior experience managing buyers and strong interpersonal skills engaging in other departments.
  • Hands‑on experience using SAP and full Microsoft Suite.



Benefits a Purchasing Manager Can Expect from Cartamundi:

  • Competitive pay
  • Climate controlled facility
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance starting day one
  • HSA (Health Savings Account) and FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
  • Life insurance
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Paid time off
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee discounts on daycare, gym memberships, travel, and much more

Physical requirements and working conditions:

Our manufacturing Plant is comprised of enclosed office and manufacturing space. This position requires the ability to:

  • Move through the entire facility to attend to various issues
  • Work effectively in teams across functional groups with strong communication skills and the ability to lead
  • Perform sedentary work on various computer systems
  • This Purchasing Manager position is located on-site in our Dallas, TX facility

Apply today and discover the magic of making a difference at Cartamundi!

Cartamundi does not discriminate based on race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities. This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. For more information on E-Verify, or if you believe that your employer has violated its E-Verify responsibilities, please contact DHS dhs.gov/e-verify .

Candidates must be 18 years old to work for Cartamundi. No agencies please. No sponsorship available.

About Cartamundi:

At Cartamundi, we're all united by our common belief that the world is better with play. Play is what keeps us going, and it always has been our greatest motivation. That's why we live different and play different. To us, it is not just an activity. It is a guiding mindset that reminds us to have fun, to be fair, to connect with people – across cultures and generations – and to embrace shared experiences.


We are a worldwide leader in playing cards and in “play” solutions.


Our owned brand portfolio includes a suite of heritage brands which go back as far as 1848, including global brands like Bicycle®, HRO®, Bee®, Copag®, Shuffle® and many locally loved brands. These brands combine craftsmanship with innovation as the basis for their continued relevance and positive contribution to the local communities that love and use these brands.


At Cartamundi, we have significant expertise in printing; our presses have been running since 1765. Today, our company has become the largest playing cards and board game manufacturer in the world and the trusted partner of leading toy companies. We make well-known brands such as Monopoly®, Uno®, Magic: The Gathering®, Guess Who ®, Pokémon®, and Trivial Pursuit® every day.


As we look into the future and how entertainment evolves, we are bringing the digital world to the physical world and vice versa. We have a dedicated team of experts that are looking into future technologies, products, and applications that can get our consumers and communities to truly live different and play different.


We are still a family-owned company with headquarters in Belgium and have a global network of 16 manufacturing facilities, 6 design centers, 1 digital studio and 1 global R&D center.