Purchasing Manager

About the role

Our client, a growing multi‑location retail company, is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead the end‑to‑end purchasing process for its stores in Buenos Aires. The role involves coordinating purchase orders, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring inventory moves smoothly from suppliers to retail locations while maintaining accurate documentation.

Key responsibilities

• Create and manage purchase orders generated by store managers in Lightspeed POS.
• Place orders with vendors, monitor order status, and resolve issues such as partial shipments, incorrect items, damages, or returns.
• Track incoming inventory, verify receipt, and update reconciliation spreadsheets.
• Maintain organized purchasing records, invoices, packing slips, and documentation across Google Drive, Dropbox, and internal systems.
• Produce process documentation, including Loom training videos and operational guides.
• Identify and implement improvements to purchasing workflows and operational efficiency.

Required profile

• Previous experience in purchasing, procurement, inventory management, or supply‑chain operations.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Excellent problem‑solving abilities and follow‑through.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Professional written and verbal English communication.
• Comfortable working in a hybrid setting.

Required skills

• Lightspeed POS
• Google Workspace (Gmail, Google Sheets, Google Drive)
• Dropbox
• LastPass
• Loom (video training creation)

What we offer

• Long‑term full‑time permanent position.
• Hybrid work environment with direct collaboration with company leadership.
• Clear responsibilities, established workflows, and opportunity to improve processes.
• Competitive monthly salary of USD 1,800‑2,000 and 10 paid days off plus standard US holidays.