Purchasing Manager
Leading Solutions Company - Confidential
Competitive Salary: $55,000 - $65,000 annually
Are you an experienced procurement professional ready to take the lead in managing a dynamic purchasing operation? Our established plumbing solutions company is seeking a strategic Purchasing Manager to drive our procurement activities and lead our purchasing and warehouse teams to new levels of excellence.
About the Role
As our Purchasing Manager, you'll be at the heart of our operations, responsible for sourcing equipment, materials, and services while managing critical vendor relationships. This is a full-time, exempt position reporting directly to the Branch Manager, offering the opportunity to make a significant impact on our company's efficiency and profitability.
What You'll Do
Lead Procurement Strategy:
- Purchase materials, fixtures, and supplies including large direct orders
- Review and manage all new construction purchase orders and approvals
- Monitor material and purchase levels to protect cash flow
- Maintain accurate costing and vendor information in internal systems
Build Strategic Partnerships:
- Meet with vendors to negotiate pricing and develop partnerships
- Maintain strong relationships with major builders' purchasing teams
- Process quarterly, bi-annual, and annual manufacturer rebates
- Continuously improve sourcing strategies
Lead Operations & Teams:
- Direct warehouse supervisor on inventory management and operations
- Lead the monthly inventory team and ensure accuracy
- Oversee proper receiving and tracking of all fixtures and materials
- Run scheduled reports and maintain department oversight
What You Bring
Required Qualifications:
- Associate's degree in Business Administration (Bachelor's preferred)
- Minimum 2 years of experience in purchasing or logistics
- Strong proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Experience with inventory software and management processes
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
Key Competencies:
- Self-starter with ability to work independently
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities
- Sound judgment and ability to handle confidential information
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
What We Offer
- Competitive salary range of $55,000 - $65,000 based on experience
- Full-time, stable position with an established industry leader
- Opportunity to lead and develop a high-performing team
- Direct reporting relationship to the Branch Manager
- Professional growth opportunities in a dynamic environment
Work Environment
This position operates in a professional office environment with regular interaction with warehouse operations. The noise level is typically low to moderate. You'll split your time between office-based strategic planning and hands-on operational oversight, ensuring smooth coordination between purchasing, warehouse, and construction teams.
Ready to Join Our Team?
If you're ready to take your procurement career to the next level with a company that values quality, professionalism, and efficiency, we want to hear from you. This confidential opportunity offers the chance to make a real impact in a growing organization.
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