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At Outform Group, our guiding philosophy is Dare To Innovate. Outform Group specializes in creating tangible consumer engagements that elevate, connect, and humanize brand experiences. We unite leading experts in research, strategy, design, innovation and manufacturing, who work together to create unforgettable brand experiences. Lean, interdisciplinary teams work in close collaboration with clients, helping them to solve their user’s biggest problems. Our user‑centric, data‑driven approach focuses on creating a seamless experience across different environments.
About Outform
Outform Group is an award‑winning global innovation agency. We partner with some of the best‑known brands and retailers worldwide to transform customer experience through insight, technology, and creativity. We believe in retail and understand that expectations are being reset with every visit & every click. Our teams bring insight, technology, and creativity. We design, code, engineer and produce, manufacturing across three continents, to deliver for brands and retailers in stores all over the world. We are a global team united under the same spirit, Dare to Innovate.
Position Summary
We are open to finding a Purchasing Manager or Senior Purchasing Manager to lead Outform’s global sourcing and procurement strategy for retail display materials, components, and finished goods. This role will be responsible for optimizing supplier performance, reducing total cost of ownership, and ensuring consistent quality and delivery across Outform’s global supply chain. The Purchasing Manager or Senior Purchasing Manager will work closely with Product Development, Engineering, Operations, and Sales teams to deliver competitive and reliable sourcing solutions that support Outform’s commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment and are passionate about bringing products to life with precision and excellence — we want to meet you.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Leadership
This is a working manager role, and the candidate will have to run jobs themselves
Develop and execute global sourcing strategies that align with Outform’s business goals and growth initiatives
Identify, qualify, and manage a network of suppliers, manufacturers, and partners across North America, Asia, and Europe
Accountable for owning the entire purchasing process and all system requirements that entail; for example, ensuring that all PO’s are received and maintained in an accurate manner
Drive supplier performance improvement initiatives in cost, quality, delivery, and innovation
Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and service‑level expectations with suppliers
Operational Excellence
Responsible for building and maintaining a system that measures purchasing performance to estimate, with an improvement over estimate target 5%
Strong experience of reporting on the departmental performance regularly and delivering action plans on how it will be accomplished
Lead purchasing operations to ensure timely procurement of materials, components, and finished goods for retail display projects
Partner with internal stakeholders to forecast material needs and align sourcing plans with production timeline
Implement purchasing systems, tools, and KPIs to monitor efficiency and cost performance
Develop risk mitigation strategies to ensure continuity of supply and minimize disruptions
Effective, timely, and accurate communication of material delivery dates to the project management teams, along with ensuring that the system of record is maintained accurately (ERP)
Team & Vendor Management
Lead and mentor a team of sourcing and procurement professionals
Establish long‑term partnerships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and innovation
Conduct regular supplier audits and performance reviews
Sustainability & Compliance
Drive ethical and sustainable sourcing practices in alignment with Outform’s ESG initiatives
Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, quality standards, and corporate policies
Qualifications Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred)
10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably within the retail display, POP/POS, manufacturing, or consumer goods industries
Proven track record of developing global sourcing strategies and managing complex supplier networks
Skills & Competencies
Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
Deep understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and cost structures in retail display production
Experience with international sourcing, including Asia‑based manufacturing
Excellent communication and leadership abilities with cross‑functional collaboration skills
Proficiency in ERP systems and sourcing analytics tools
Why Join Outform?
Being a part of a global creative organization shaping the future of retail experiences
Work with world‑class brands and innovative materials
Collaborative culture that values design, technology, and excellence in execution
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Design Services
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At Outform Group, our guiding philosophy is Dare To Innovate. Outform Group specializes in creating tangible consumer engagements that elevate, connect, and humanize brand experiences. We unite leading experts in research, strategy, design, innovation and manufacturing, who work together to create unforgettable brand experiences. Lean, interdisciplinary teams work in close collaboration with clients, helping them to solve their user’s biggest problems. Our user‑centric, data‑driven approach focuses on creating a seamless experience across different environments.
About Outform
Outform Group is an award‑winning global innovation agency. We partner with some of the best‑known brands and retailers worldwide to transform customer experience through insight, technology, and creativity. We believe in retail and understand that expectations are being reset with every visit & every click. Our teams bring insight, technology, and creativity. We design, code, engineer and produce, manufacturing across three continents, to deliver for brands and retailers in stores all over the world. We are a global team united under the same spirit, Dare to Innovate.
Position Summary
We are open to finding a Purchasing Manager or Senior Purchasing Manager to lead Outform’s global sourcing and procurement strategy for retail display materials, components, and finished goods. This role will be responsible for optimizing supplier performance, reducing total cost of ownership, and ensuring consistent quality and delivery across Outform’s global supply chain. The Purchasing Manager or Senior Purchasing Manager will work closely with Product Development, Engineering, Operations, and Sales teams to deliver competitive and reliable sourcing solutions that support Outform’s commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction. If you thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment and are passionate about bringing products to life with precision and excellence — we want to meet you.
Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Leadership
This is a working manager role, and the candidate will have to run jobs themselves
Develop and execute global sourcing strategies that align with Outform’s business goals and growth initiatives
Identify, qualify, and manage a network of suppliers, manufacturers, and partners across North America, Asia, and Europe
Accountable for owning the entire purchasing process and all system requirements that entail; for example, ensuring that all PO’s are received and maintained in an accurate manner
Drive supplier performance improvement initiatives in cost, quality, delivery, and innovation
Negotiate contracts, pricing agreements, and service‑level expectations with suppliers
Operational Excellence
Responsible for building and maintaining a system that measures purchasing performance to estimate, with an improvement over estimate target 5%
Strong experience of reporting on the departmental performance regularly and delivering action plans on how it will be accomplished
Lead purchasing operations to ensure timely procurement of materials, components, and finished goods for retail display projects
Partner with internal stakeholders to forecast material needs and align sourcing plans with production timeline
Implement purchasing systems, tools, and KPIs to monitor efficiency and cost performance
Develop risk mitigation strategies to ensure continuity of supply and minimize disruptions
Effective, timely, and accurate communication of material delivery dates to the project management teams, along with ensuring that the system of record is maintained accurately (ERP)
Team & Vendor Management
Lead and mentor a team of sourcing and procurement professionals
Establish long‑term partnerships with key suppliers, fostering collaboration and innovation
Conduct regular supplier audits and performance reviews
Sustainability & Compliance
Drive ethical and sustainable sourcing practices in alignment with Outform’s ESG initiatives
Ensure compliance with international trade regulations, quality standards, and corporate policies
Qualifications Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred)
10+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, preferably within the retail display, POP/POS, manufacturing, or consumer goods industries
Proven track record of developing global sourcing strategies and managing complex supplier networks
Skills & Competencies
Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem‑solving skills
Deep understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and cost structures in retail display production
Experience with international sourcing, including Asia‑based manufacturing
Excellent communication and leadership abilities with cross‑functional collaboration skills
Proficiency in ERP systems and sourcing analytics tools
Why Join Outform?
Being a part of a global creative organization shaping the future of retail experiences
Work with world‑class brands and innovative materials
Collaborative culture that values design, technology, and excellence in execution
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Design Services
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at OUTFORM by 2x
Get notified about new Purchasing Manager jobs in
Chicago, IL .
#J-18808-Ljbffr