Senior Purchasing Manager

For nearly a century, Bollinger Shipyards has created a legacy as a leading designer and builder of high-performance marine vessels. We are renowned for delivering top-quality construction, manufacturing, and repair services with a commitment to safety and environmental responsibility.

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking a dedicated Senior Purchasing Manager with at least 8 years of purchasing experience. The candidate will provide critical procurement support for Bollinger Operational Support (BOS) and oversee all operations within the BLN and BHS purchasing departments. This role is responsible for setting policies, guiding purchasing strategies, and ensuring high performance across multiple shipyard locations.

REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 8 years of purchasing experience
• Minimum of 3 years in purchasing management or equivalent leadership role is preferred

SKILLS

• Proficiency in basic computer programs including Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong working knowledge of commercial and government procurement practices
• Familiarity with the industry vendor base
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Thorough understanding of Supply Chain Management principles
• Capable of managing high-volume workloads and multi-tasking
• Demonstrated problem-solving expertise
• Proficient in advanced negotiation strategies
• Leadership skills with a high degree of integrity and professionalism

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage the overall operations of the BOS purchasing program
• Oversee New Construction purchasing across multiple Louisiana shipyards (Lockport and Houma)
• Develop and implement departmental policies and procedures aligned with business needs
• Define and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) for purchasing functions
• Responsible for recruiting, performance management, salary reviews, and if needed, termination of purchasing staff
• Control departmental budgets and ensure cost-effective operations
• Analyze market trends and delivery systems to determine material availability
• Direct and coordinate the daily activities of the purchasing team across sites
• Lead efforts to build and maintain vendor relationships, ensuring performance on cost, quality, and delivery targets
• Collaborate across departments to align materials purchasing with production schedules and address delays proactively
• Ensure compliance with company safety and quality standards by all purchasing personnel
• Perform additional duties as required or assigned by management

WHY BOLLINGER?

• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Career Development
• Cutting-Edge Projects
• Positive Work Environment & Company Values

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Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.

Job Location Details

Facility: Bollinger Lockport New Construction

Address: Lockport, LA

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Please apply in-person or contact the facility Human Resources Department for further information.

Contact: Kaitlin Aggen

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Email: [email protected]

Bollinger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans and disabled individuals, and without regard to sexual orientation and gender identity.

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