Ascendo Resources · 18 hours ago
Director of Purchasing
United States
Full-time
Remote
Director/Executive
$150K/yr - $150K/yrAscendo Resources operates a growing portfolio of natural and organic grocery brands across the U.S., and they are seeking an experienced Manager / Director of Purchasing to lead and optimize purchasing strategy. This role will involve supplier management, distributor relationships, cost optimization, and supporting growth across retail and e-commerce channels.
Human ResourcesStaffing Agency
Hiring Manager
Jon Jankowski
Responsibilities
Lead purchasing strategy for multiple natural and organic grocery brands across 10 plus locations
Manage and strengthen relationships with major distributors
Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to maximize margin and supply reliability
Oversee vendor selection, assortment planning, and purchasing processes
Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, merchandising, finance, and leadership teams
Ensure scalability of purchasing systems and processes as the business continues to grow
Qualification
Required
Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager or Director within a major grocery or natural/organic retail organization
Hands-on experience working with large distributors
Strong negotiation, analytical, and strategic planning skills
Ability to operate effectively in a remote environment while supporting a multi-location retail footprint
Benefits
Equity upside with 20,000 stock grants vesting over four years
Flexible remote work environment with national impact
Company
Ascendo Resources
Ascendo Resources is a staffing and recruiting company providing accounting, finance, and it recruiting services.
Founded in 2009
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Scott Berger
Co-Founder of Healthcare Operations
Brandie Jimenez
Partner at Ascendo Resources
Recent News
2022-02-01
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