Procurement Specialist

Procurement Specialist Norcross, GA | Full-Time | Direct Hire A rapidly growing organization within the commercial construction and building materials industry is seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join its Supply Chain team. This is a high-impact opportunity for a driven purchasing professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, understands commercial construction operations, and knows how to build strong vendor partnerships while driving profitability and operational success. This role will play a critical part in managing inventory strategy, sourcing materials, negotiating vendor agreements, and ensuring products are available to support ongoing customer demand and project timelines. The ideal candidate brings strong commercial construction industry knowledge, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to think strategically while operating with urgency. What You'll Be Doing Develop and execute purchasing and inventory strategies to support business growth and customer demand Source and procure commercial construction materials, products, and supplies Build and maintain strong vendor and supplier relationships Negotiate pricing, rebates, freight terms, and supplier agreements to maximize margins Analyze inventory trends, forecasts, and purchasing data to improve efficiency and profitability Manage purchase orders, vendor lead times, and inventory replenishment activities Partner closely with sales, operations, warehouse, and accounting teams to ensure smooth execution Resolve supplier, quality, delivery, and invoice discrepancies quickly and effectively Identify opportunities for new product lines, suppliers, and cost-saving initiatives Monitor backorders, direct ship orders, and special-order inventory to ensure timely fulfillment What We're Looking For Bachelor's Degree required 2+ years of purchasing or buying experience within commercial construction, building materials, industrial distribution, or related industries Strong understanding of commercial construction products, supply chain operations, and vendor management Proven ability to negotiate pricing and supplier agreements Strong analytical, forecasting, and inventory management skills Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment Highly organized with strong communication and relationship-building abilities Self-starter mentality with a strong sense of urgency and accountability Why This Opportunity Stands Out Direct hire opportunity with long-term growth potential Join a growing and highly respected organization in the construction industry Collaborative team environment with strong leadership support Opportunity to make a direct impact on operations, profitability, and supplier strategy Competitive compensation and benefits package based on experience This is an excellent opportunity for a construction industry purchasing professional looking to take the next step in their career with a stable and growing organization in the Norcross market. #J-18808-Ljbffr