Procurement Manager

About Us

ToroAire is a leading HVAC manufacturer’s representative and solutions provider specializing in commercial kitchen ventilation, make-up air, and HVAC systems. As part of the Ambient Enterprises family of brands, we partner with top manufacturers to deliver engineered solutions for restaurants, institutional facilities, and commercial/industrial customers. Our team is known for technical expertise, strong customer relationships, and a hands-on, solution-oriented approach.

Job Description

The Procurement Manager is responsible for developing and executing national purchasing strategies, managing vendor relationships, and optimizing procurement operations across all branches. You will serve as the point of contact for vendor negotiations and issue resolution, ensuring alignment with company goals and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement national purchasing strategies aligned with company objectives.
• Negotiate national margins, discounts, and terms to optimize profitability.
• Serve as contact for vendor negotiations and issue resolution (e.g., shipping delays, product shortages, service concerns).
• Build and manage supplier relationships across multiple locations to ensure quality, cost-efficiency, and timely delivery.
• Coordinate national stock purchases and aggregate orders across branches when beneficial.
• Collaborate with other departments (Sales, Ops, IT) to develop cohesive purchasing strategies.
• Partner with Inventory Analyst to determine optimal buys and shipments (hub and spoke model).
• Align warehouse and logistics operations with purchasing activities.
• Act as quarterback for all distributor representative activities.
• Evaluate suppliers using key metrics (delivery time, cost, quality, compliance).
• Forecast purchasing budgets and control national spending in collaboration with Operations and Accounting.
• Take a proactive approach to secure special deals and opportunities.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in procurement, vendor management, and strategic sourcing.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience with inventory management systems and demand planning software.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage national-level purchasing operations.
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, or related field (preferred).

Estimated Salary: $xxx based on experience

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