National Purchasing Manager

National Purchasing Manager

Department: Operations
Reports To: Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Location: Nashville, TN (Hybrid)

Position Summary

Guardian Fire Services is a rapidly growing company dedicated to safeguarding lives and property. As we continue to expand, we're committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and innovative workplace where talent thrives.

Guardian Fire Services is seeking an experienced National Purchasing Manager to lead the procurement of materials, equipment, tools, fleet-related items, and operating supplies across our growing network of fire protection companies. This position will standardize purchasing practices, leverage company-wide buying power, strengthen vendor partnerships, and ensure branches receive quality products on time and at the best overall value.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement company-wide purchasing strategies and standards.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, rebates, and supplier agreements.
• Build and manage relationships with national, regional, and local vendors.
• Standardize products and vendors where appropriate while supporting branch operational needs.
• Monitor inventory levels and purchasing trends to reduce costs and improve availability.
• Partner with Operations, Finance, and Branch Leaders to forecast material requirements.
• Evaluate supplier performance for quality, delivery, service, and cost.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and purchasing efficiencies.
• Support acquisition integrations by aligning new companies with Guardian purchasing programs.
• Maintain purchasing policies, vendor records, and procurement reporting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent procurement experience.
• 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.
• Experience negotiating supplier contracts and pricing.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proficiency with ERP and purchasing systems; construction or industrial service experience preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, multi-location environment.

Preferred Experience

• Fire protection, construction, mechanical contracting, HVAC, electrical, or industrial services.
• Multi-site purchasing within a growing organization.
• Private equity or acquisition integration experience is a plus.

Success Measures

• Reduced material costs through strategic sourcing.
• Increased contract compliance and purchasing consistency.
• Improved supplier performance and on-time delivery.
• Successful integration of acquired companies into Guardian purchasing programs.
• Strong partnerships with branch operations while maintaining high customer service.

Why  You'll Love Working Here 

At Guardian Fire Services, we value innovation and collaboration. Here's what we offer: 

• Competitive Pay : $125-150k, Annual incentive 15–20%  Target bonus opportunity

• Comprehensive Benefits : Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options. 

• Future Savings : A 401(k) plan with employer match. 

• Professional Growth : Opportunities for leadership and career advancement. 

• Work-Life Balance : Generous PTO and paid holidays. 

We Value All Experiences  

We understand that no candidate is perfectly qualified for any job. Experience comes in different forms; many skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. Even more important than your resume is a clear demonstration of dedication, impact, and the ability to thrive in a fluid and collaborative environment. We want you to learn new things in this role and encourage you to apply if your experience is close to what we're looking for. 

We also know that diversity of background and thought makes for better problem-solving and more creative thinking, so we're dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team. 

Our Commitment to Diversity  

Guardian Fire Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Guardian Fire Services is committed to an inclusive experience for all applicants and will endeavor to make reasonable accommodations in the interview process, to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. 

How to Apply  

If you're ready to take the lead in shaping HR systems and processes in a growing company, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now to join Guardian Fire Services and make an impact!