Senior Purchasing Manager

Company DescriptionHennessey Performance, based in Sealy, Texas, is a world-renowned specialist in high-performance vehicle engineering. Since 1991, the company has re-engineered and built over 20,000 sports cars, muscle cars, trucks, and SUVs, including its proprietary hypercars—the Venom GT and Venom F5, which boasts speeds exceeding 300 mph. In 2026 we will produce over 1500 vehicles including the Venom 800 F150 truck, VelociRaptor 1000 Raptor R truck and more.Job SummaryThe Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading strategic procurement activities across Hennessey Performance Engineering (HPE). This role oversees supplier management, procurement operations, inventory strategy, and cross-functional coordination with Engineering, Production, Accounting, and Executive Leadership. This position plays a critical role in supporting vehicle production, supplier partnerships, and operational scalability while ensuring quality, cost, and delivery targets are achieved.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and execute procurement strategies aligned with production and business objectivesNegotiate pricing, lead times, payment terms, tooling agreements, and supply contractsBuild and maintain strong supplier relationships while driving accountability for quality and delivery performanceIdentify and mitigate supply chain risks, shortages, and capacity constraintsSupport vehicle production schedules by ensuring timely procurement and delivery of materialsWork closely with Production and Inventory teams to manage inventory levels, shortages, and build constraintsMonitor open purchase orders, supplier delivery schedules, and incoming material statusAssist in developing forecasting and material planning processesHelp develop and improve procurement systems, ERP processes, SOPs, and operational workflowsDrive process improvements focused on efficiency, scalability, and data accuracySupport implementation of purchasing metrics, supplier scorecards, and reporting dashboardsMaintain accurate purchasing and vendor records across company systemsMonitor spending and support cost reduction initiatives without sacrificing qualityAssist Accounting and Receiving teams with PO reconciliation, invoice resolution, and vendor communicationTrack procurement-related KPIs and provide reporting to leadershipSupport budgeting and forecasting activities related to procurement and supplier programsTravel to vendor locationsManaging team membersRequired Skills and Abilities:Strong understanding of procurement, sourcing, supplier management, and inventory planningAbility to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environmentStrong communication and negotiation skillsHigh attention to detail and organizational abilityAbility to work cross-functionally with Engineering, Production, Accounting, and Executive teamsProficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/MRP systemsExperience managing suppliers, lead times, and production schedulesAbility to identify problems proactively and drive solutions independentlyEducation and Experience:10+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, or manufacturing operationsAutomotive, manufacturing, aftermarket, or performance industry experience strongly preferredExperience sourcing fabricated, molded, machined, composite, or automotive components preferredExperience supporting production launches or new product development programs preferredERP/MRP system experience preferredBachelor's degree in supply chain management, logistics or business administration preferredHigh school degree or equivalent requiredPhysical Requirements:Limited travel may be required for supplier visits, trade shows, and manufacturing reviews