Purchasing Lead

Role summary

Purchasing Lead is a full-time role at Resource Label Group in Longmont, Colorado, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-08-28. Experience level: 2-5.

Job title

Purchasing Lead

Company

Resource Label Group

Location

Longmont, Colorado, United States

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

full-time

Category

Customer Service

Experience level

2-5

Date posted

2026-08-28

Job description

At StickerGiant, every sticker has a story. We’re a Longmont, Colorado-based eCommerce company that makes custom stickers and product labels for small businesses and organizations. Founded over 20 years ago, StickerGiant pioneered online sticker sales and continues to set the industry standard. Our mission is simple: deliver high-quality products, fast service, and unparalleled customer service. We are guided by our core values: Customer Focus, Growth Mindset, Execution, Trust, and Accountability. We celebrate diversity in all its forms, creating an inclusive environment where everyone thrives. Join us in turning creativity into reality, one sticker at a time! StickerGiant is proudly backed by Ares Management, a top private equity firm. Join us in making brands stick!

Position Summary

The Purchasing Lead maintains the steady flow of raw materials for production by managing PO issuance, inventory replenishment, and vendor performance tracking. This role executes purchasing operationally within corporate-negotiated contracts, flags discrepancies and cost errors, and keeps Receiving, Finance, and the EHS/Continuous Improvement lead informed — but does not own cost-variance analysis or strategic sourcing, which sit with Continuous Improvement and Corporate Procurement respectively.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Purchasing & PO Management

Serve as the primary point of contact for vendor communication on supply levels, delivery timing, and PO details — proactively identifying and communicating potential shortages or quality concerns

Communicate weekly with key vendor contacts to confirm order status, resolve discrepancies, and maintain supply continuity

Issue POs for raw materials, office supplies, and small tools

Verify PO pricing and terms against corporate-negotiated vendor contracts; flag discrepancies

Support teams with quotes and capex request documentation

Inventory Control

Set and maintain reorder points and safety stock levels using historical usage data

Monitor inventory levels against supply/demand needs; adjust as lead times shift

Flag aging, obsolete, or excess inventory

Vendor & Freight Performance

Track supplier performance (on-time delivery, quality, order accuracy) and maintain scorecards

Feed performance data to Corporate Procurement for renewal/renegotiation decisions

Monitor outbound freight against corporate contracts; resolve day-to-day issues (delays, damage, claims)

Error Detection & Cross-Functional Support

Catch and flag invoice/PO/packing slip discrepancies before they reach Accounting

Identify when actual purchase costs deviate from standard cost and route to the appropriate owner (Continuous Improvement lead for root-cause explanation, Accounting for correction)

Maintain open communication with Manufacturing, Receiving, and Accounting on purchasing status

Education, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

1+ years' experience in a manufacturing, printing, or packaging environment

High school diploma or GED; Supply Chain coursework/degree a plus

Proficient in Excel (pivot tables, basic formulas) for tracking and reporting

Strong attention to detail; able to spot discrepancies and know when to escalate

Ability to read and follow procedure manuals and safety documentation

Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable communicating directly with external vendor contacts on a weekly basis regarding supply levels and order details

Able to represent StickerGiant professionally in vendor interactions while staying within corporate-negotiated contract terms

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials up to 70 lbs regularly

Ability to stand, walk, bend, and reach for extended periods throughout a shift

Comfortable operating warehouse equipment (pallet jack/forklift, or willing to be trained/certified)

Occasional climbing, kneeling, crouching, or working in tight spaces

Comfortable in a warehouse environment with variable temperature and noise

Repetitive motion tasks (lifting, scanning, sorting) throughout the day

Schedule

8:00 AM – 5:30 PM, on-site (remote or hybrid not available)

Monday to Friday with possible weekend shifts as needed

Why StickerGiant?

Core Benefits:

Health, dental, and vision offered at reduced rates.

High-deductible health plan enrollees will receive an annual company contribution towards your HSA

Life insurance and short-term disability insurance covered at 100%

Voluntary benefits include accident & critical illness, long-term disability, identity theft insurance

Flexible PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Leave: Paid parental leave for employees who qualify for FMLA

401(k): Company matches 100% of the first 1% of your pay, and 50% of the next 5%

Compensation Range: $55,000 - $65,000 annually

This range reflects the base pay we reasonably expect to offer for this role. Final compensation will be determined based on experience, skills, and internal equity.

Annual Bonus: Eligible for an annual bonus, which is discretionary and based on company performance.

We care a great deal about creating an environment where all Giants can bring their whole selves to work and to provide all candidates with an equitable, inclusive and accessible recruitment process in alignment with our values. At StickerGiant, we provide Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, race, national origin, citizenship status, political opinion, social group, ethnic origin, marital status, union affiliation, union sympathy, physical or mental disability, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, status with reg