Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

The Purchasing Manager at SERVPRO oversees all procurement activities supporting mitigation and reconstruction operations. This role is responsible for managing vendor relationships, negotiating pricing, and ensuring timely, cost-effective purchasing of materials, equipment, and services. The Purchasing Manager plays a critical role in maintaining project profitability—especially for reconstruction jobs—by aligning purchasing strategies with budgets, timelines, and quality standards.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Source, evaluate, and onboard new vendors to ensure quality, reliability, and competitive pricing
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to maximize cost savings and support gross profit goals
• Create, review, and track purchase orders to ensure accuracy and timely delivery of materials
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and operations teams to align purchasing with project scopes and budgets
• Monitor material costs and market trends to proactively manage expenses
• Support gross profit targets on reconstruction jobs through strategic purchasing and cost control
• Resolve vendor issues, including delays, quality concerns, and billing discrepancies
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing agreements, and vendor performance
• Ensure compliance with company policies, insurance requirements, and industry standards
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs
• Assist with inventory management and material forecasting as needed

Qualifications:

• Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management (construction or restoration industry preferred)
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Knowledge of construction materials, estimating, and job costing
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Compensation: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year