New

Purchasing Manager

Vaco
$110,000.00 - $130,000.00 / yr
United States, California, Los Angeles
Jan 31, 2026
Procurement / Purchasing Manager Location: Glendale, CA (Fully Onsite, 5 days/week) Schedule: Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Compensation: $110,000-$130,000 base salary, plus potential bonus Industry: Medical Supply / Advanced Manufacturing About the Company Our client is a fast-growing medical supply company specializing in innovative manufacturing solutions within the healthcare and dental space. With over 10 years in the market, the company operates with a startup-style environment and is experiencing rapid growth both domestically and globally. About the Role Our client is seeking a hands-on Procurement / Purchasing Manager to support a very busy and expanding operation. This role will step into a fast-paced environment and take ownership of purchasing execution, supplier coordination, and procurement operations supporting manufacturing and supply chain needs. This position is ideal for someone who is adaptable, practical, and comfortable working within established processes while navigating frequent change. The role does not currently have direct reports but works closely with Finance, Operations, and executive leadership. This is a fully onsite role in Glendale, CA. Candidates must be comfortable working in-office five days per week. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end purchasing and procurement activities for materials, components, and services Own supplier communication including pricing discussions, lead times, and purchase order execution Ensure continuity of supply in a high-growth, high-demand environment Partner closely with Finance on purchasing alignment, reporting, and approvals Support ERP-driven purchasing processes and maintain data accuracy Identify and resolve purchasing issues related to inventory, timing, and vendor performance Adapt quickly to shifting priorities and evolving business needs Work cross-functionally with operations and leadership to support company growth Qualifications 5-10+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain management role Bachelor's degree preferred (unless exceptional experience) ERP system experience required (any ERP background acceptable) Experience in manufacturing or operational environments strongly preferred Comfortable working in fast-paced, startup-style environments Adaptable, flexible, and open to change Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. EEO Notice Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law. Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com . Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal. Privacy Notice Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries ("we," "our," or "Vaco by Highspring") respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees here. Virginia residents may access our state specific policies here. Residents of all other states may access our policies here. Canadian residents may access our policies in English here and in French here. Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies here. Pay Transparency Notice Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to: the individual's skill sets, experience and training; licensure and certification requirements; office location and other geographic considerations; other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.