Purchasing Manager-Commercial Construction

Job Description

Job Description

This is a Direct Hire

SUMMARY:  The Purchasing Manager oversees the material, and equipment purchases for the Construction Department. Duties and responsibilities will include creating purchase orders, negotiating pricing, establishing long-term purchasing agreements, and managing the overall supply chain strategy. This position is ideal for individuals familiar with supply chain and the construction industry with a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant purchasing experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Manage material purchases for HVAC, Sheetmetal, Piping, and Plumbing trade teams
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and manufacturers to manage pricing, lead times, and service levels
• Create purchase orders that are correctly coded to the correct project, GL account, and phase code for accurate cost accounting
• Utilize our warehouse and logistics capabilities to improve supply chain efficiency and maximize cost savings
• Conduct pricing analysis for new and existing product lines and lead cost reduction initiatives
• Implement standardized pricing agreements and maintain pricing within the ERP system
• Develop processes to increase collaboration between field and office personnel as well as improve communication regarding material availability through order acknowledgements and expected delivery dates

TEAMWORK:

• Willingness to work as part of a team with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foreman, and Estimators to ensure material and equipment availability
• Collaborate with field personnel to ensure material changes or substitutions are in line with our quality standards
• Continually looks for ways to improve processes, efficiency, and personal performance

CUSTOMER SERVICE:

• Performs all duties with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction
• Supports company efforts to meet production schedules and customer requirements
• Communicates professionally with supervisors and team members to resolve issues

SAFETY:

• Follows all Company safety programs and policies
• Uses required PPE at all times when appropriate
• Reports unsafe conditions, accidents, or injuries to the Supervisor or Safety Manager immediately
• Completes all assigned safety training within required timeframes

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None at this time

QUALIFICATIONS:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or GED
• Microsoft Excel experience
• Strong negotiator
• Understanding of supply chain and purchasing principles
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to solve problems

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE:  This position will primarily work in the office but will occasionally be required to visit project jobsites and meet with suppliers offsite

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to pass drug screening
• Ability to prove US employment eligibility
• Background Check