What are the responsibilities and job description for the Strategic Purchasing Manager position at KCAV?
Audio-Visual Strategic Purchasing Manager
Kansas City, Missouri
Who We Are:
Founded in 1953, KCAV has grown into a leading family-owned AV installation and service company. With 70 employees across KS, MO, NE, and remote locations, we specialize in high-quality AV solutions that bring technology to life.
We live by our Core Values:
✅ Committed to Success ✅ Better Together ✅ No Surprises ✅ Do the Right Thing
Join our team and be part of a company that values growth, teamwork, and doing things the right way!
What You Will Do:
As a Strategic Purchaser, you will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing supplier relationships to secure the best value for the company. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to align purchasing strategies with business objectives, ensuring quality, cost-efficiency, and sustainability in procurement activities.
Procurement & Purchasing Operations
- Manage daily purchasing activities and maintain accurate purchasing records and ERP data
- Evaluate product options, prepare purchase orders, and ensure timely delivery coordination with project managers
- Resolve pricing, shipping, and quality issues with vendors; maintain purchasing policies and procedures
Vendor & Contract Management
- Oversee vendor relationships, including selection, evaluation, and negotiation of supplier agreements
- Manage the full lifecycle of vendor contracts, including pricing, renewals, and compliance with terms
- Track incentive programs, monitor credit usage, and renegotiate contracts based on performance and market trends
Strategic Planning & Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Forecast demand and inventory levels, collaborating with operations and warehouse teams to prevent shortages
- Support cost reduction and process improvement initiatives aligned with company goals
- Work with internal teams—project managers, finance, logistics—to align purchasing with business needs
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred
- 5 years of experience in senior procurement or purchasing roles, including vendor management, contract negotiations, and bid management (AV Industry preferred)
- Strong communication skills with the ability to represent the company in vendor and customer negotiations
- Advanced Excel skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Q360 or similar ERP is a plus
- Proven ability to manage daily purchasing tasks while aligning procurement with business goals
- Skilled in streamlining supply chain processes using data and technology
- Team-oriented, collaborating with finance, operations, and other departments to support company needs
What You Will Get:
- Base Salary starting at $66,000 (DOE)
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, Vision - Company-Paid Life & Disability Insurance - 401(K) Company Match - Profit-Sharing
- Career growth & great work environment!
KCAV is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a drug-free workplace. Must have a valid driver’s license, acceptable driving record, and pass a background check & pre-employment drug screening.
For more jobs like this one, visit www.kcav.com
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $66,000.00 - $84,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
- procurement or purchasing roles (AV Industry preferred): 5 years (Required)
- vendor management (AV Industry preferred): 5 years (Required)
- vendor contract negotiations and bid management: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Kansas City, MO 64131 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $66,000 - $84,000
