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Position Title: Purchasing Manager

Location: Rochester, NY OR Reno, NV 

Reports To: Director of Purchasing

Department: Supply Chain

Employment Type: Salary, Full-Time

Position Summary

ASSA ABLOY Fenestration is seeking an experienced and results-driven Purchasing Manager to lead and optimize global purchasing activities across our manufacturing and distribution network. This role is critical in supporting business growth by ensuring the reliable, cost-effective, and compliant sourcing of raw materials, components, finished goods, and assemblies.

To be successful in this role, you must be comfortable working with minimal supervision, demonstrate strong leadership and strategic thinking, and possess excellent analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. This position reports to the Director of Supply Chain and works closely with Engineering, Operations, Product Development, Finance, and Compliance teams.

Primary Objective

As Purchasing Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing purchasing and sourcing strategies that align with business objectives, support manufacturing operations, and optimize total cost of ownership. You will oversee supplier relationships, lead strategic sourcing initiatives, and manage a multi-site purchasing team across the United States and Mexico.

You will provide clear direction, effective delegation, and ongoing coaching to buyers and senior buyers, ensuring workload is balanced and aligned with priorities. A key part of this role is developing the capabilities of the purchasing team through performance management, mentoring, and skill development, building bench strength and supporting long-term organizational growth.

You will play a key leadership role in supplier negotiations, RFIs/RFQs, supplier performance management, and cross-functional collaboration while ensuring compliance with company policies and industry standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee purchasing activities for raw materials, components, finished goods, and assemblies supporting manufacturing and distribution operations
• Manage and develop a team of buyers and senior buyers across multiple locations in the U.S. and Mexico
• Develop and implement purchasing and sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and cost targets
• Lead RFIs, RFQs, RFPs, and sourcing events for existing and new products or suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, terms, and long-term agreements with domestic and international suppliers
• Establish and maintain strong supplier relationships and strategic partnerships
• Monitor supplier performance using KPIs, scorecards, and regular business reviews
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, Product Development, Finance, and Compliance to support manufacturing requirements and new product introductions
• Identify cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, alternative sourcing, and continuous improvement efforts
• Ensure supplier compliance with quality, delivery, sustainability, ethical sourcing, and regulatory requirements
• Manage supplier onboarding and qualification processes
• Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and global supply risks to proactively mitigate disruptions
• Support inventory optimization and working capital objectives in partnership with planning and operations teams
• Resolve escalated supplier issues related to quality, delivery, or performance
• Maintain accurate purchasing documentation, contracts, and supplier records
• Drive standardization and process improvements across purchasing activities
• Leverage ERP systems and sourcing tools to improve visibility, reporting, and efficiency
• Prepare and present purchasing metrics, savings reporting, and performance updates to leadership
• Support trade compliance and international sourcing considerations
• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the purchasing team

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 8+ years of progressive experience in purchasing, procurement, or strategic sourcing within a manufacturing environment
• Proven experience managing multi-site and cross-border purchasing teams
• Strong background in global sourcing and supplier negotiations
• Experience purchasing direct materials, components, and finished goods/assemblies
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, or CPPM preferred
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes, tooling, molds, and technical drawings and BOMs
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and project management skills
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems and sourcing tools
• Above-average proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Knowledge of trade compliance, supplier risk management, and international sourcing
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Ability to communicate in Spanish is a plus, though not a requirement for the role.

Education and Certification

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field

About ASSA ABLOY Fenestration

ASSA ABLOY Fenestration is the result of the integration of two heritage brands-Caldwell (established 1888 in Rochester, NY) and Interlock (founded in NewZealand in 1961)-under the global ASSA ABLOY umbrella. Renowned for proprietary, high-performance hardware solutions, the company leads in window and door innovations: from advanced hung window balances and sash lock systems to multipoint, smart security and hardware for sliding, casement, awning, swing, and folding door applications. ASSA ABLOY Fenestration is committed to a culture built on empowerment, innovation, and integrity, and is supported by the extensive resources of ASSA ABLOY-over 50,000 colleagues across 70+ countries.

Company Statement

ASSA ABLOY Fenestration, LLC. is committed to the policy of Equal Employment Opportunity.  This policy expressly prohibits discrimination on the bases of sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic predisposition or carrier status, veteran status or status as a member of any other protected group or activity. 

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group
Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces - physical and virtual - safer, more secure, and easier to access. 

As an employer, we value results - not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions - supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

As we welcome new people on board, it's important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.