Purchasing Manager

Purchasing ManagerCentury Fire Protection Knoxville - Powell, TN 37849OverviewPosition Type Full TimePurchasing ManagerDiv. 4 - Knoxville, TNSummaryResponsible for overseeing all procurement activities to ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality acquisition of materials, equipment, and services; develops purchasing strategies, manages vendor relationships, and leads purchasing staff to support operational and financial objectives.Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.Develop and implement purchasing strategies to control costs and ensure supply continuity.Oversee daily purchasing operations, including purchase orders, vendor negotiations, and contract management.Manage and mentor purchasing staff, setting performance expectations and providing ongoing coaching.Evaluate and select vendors based on price, quality, service, and reliability.Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with operations to forecast material needs.Ensure compliance with company policies, contracts, and applicable regulations.Resolve vendor issues related to pricing, delivery, quality, or service performance.Analyze purchasing data and prepare reports on costs, savings, and supplier performance.Education and/or ExperienceHigh school diploma and 5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain, with supervisory or project management experience preferred.Computer SkillsMicrosoft Office, Word, Excel.Physical DemandsWhile performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or hear, stand, walk, climb, and reach with hands and arms; must be able to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds; specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.What's In It For You?Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies based in the Southeast and we are still growing! There are a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth. Each employee is empowered to do their job and serve our clients. There is no better place to work in the industry!We are experts in design, fabrication, installation, and maintenance of all types of fire protection systems in virtually all commercial markets for each stage of a buildings life cycle. Headquartered in Duluth, GA, Century Fire has more than 20 offices across seven states including Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, and Virginia.BenefitsWe believe our people are our biggest asset and as such, we offer comprehensive benefits, education, and training to ensure employees succeed and grow. Benefits include:MedicalDentalVisionFlexible Spending AccountsVoluntary Life InsuranceShort-term & Long-term DisabilityPaid Time OffPaid Holidays401(K) with Company MatchEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Relief FundSupplemental Insurance including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & AccidentCentury Fire Protection is a GREAT place to work! Come and GROW WITH US!