Purchasing Manager

Role Overview

Shape Purchasing Strategy Across Sodexo InReach — Purchasing Manager

Sodexo InReach is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing strategy and vendor management for our branch network. Operating primarily remotely within the Central Time Zone, you will oversee compliance, financial implications of purchasing decisions, and ensure product availability across our operations. This is an opportunity to drive meaningful impact in a growing organization with strong advancement potential.

Remote flexibility within the Central Time Zone

Leadership role with visibility to purchasing, compliance, and vendor strategy

Career advancement into senior operations and supply chain leadership

What You'll Do

Lead purchasing strategy across assigned accounts, managing the full product lifecycle from sourcing to delivery

Oversee vendor relationships and resolve manufacturing, delivery, and supply chain issues proactively

Analyze order volumes and pricing structures to identify cost savings and negotiate favorable vendor terms

Ensure compliance with all purchasing policies and mitigate liability and risk in the ordering process

Manage product availability to meet customer and branch demand consistently

Serve as escalation point for purchasing-related issues and partner cross-functionally with fulfillment and operations teams

What We Offer

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs

401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

What You Bring

Purchasing Manager or related background in purchasing, supply chain, or procurement

Strong understanding of vendor management, product life cycles, and financial implications of ordering decisions

Experience with compliance requirements and risk management in a purchasing or procurement context

Analytical mindset with the ability to evaluate volume pricing, vendor terms, and cost structures

Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills

 Central Time Zone preferred for remote candidates

Who We Are

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Qualifications & Requirements

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Minimum Functional Experience – 3 years