Tire Purchaser

Purchasing Manager

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Purchase tires and related products to support wholesale inventory demands and customer orders.
• Monitor inventory levels, sales trends, and product movement to maintain proper stock levels while minimizing excess inventory.
• Develop and maintain relationships with manufacturers, distributors, and vendors.
• Negotiate pricing, freight terms, rebates, and purchasing agreements to maximize profitability.
• Review and analyze purchasing reports, aging inventory, turns, and sales forecasts.
• Coordinate product transfers between locations and warehouses as needed.
• Monitor backorders, supply chain disruptions, and product availability concerns.
• Work collaboratively with sales teams and operations leadership to forecast demand and support customer needs.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with company policies and approved budgets.
• Research market trends, pricing fluctuations, and competitor activity.
• Assist with vendor performance reviews and resolution of product or shipping discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate purchasing records and system documentation.
• Support periodic physical inventory counts and reconciliation efforts.
• Participate in inventory reduction initiatives and obsolete stock management.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate or bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 25 years of purchasing, inventory management, wholesale tire, automotive, or supply chain experience preferred.
• Strong understanding of tire brands, applications, sizing, and industry terminology preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and inventory management systems.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining strong collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Strong negotiation and vendor relationship management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience within the tire, automotive, trucking, or commercial service industry.
• Experience with ERP systems, purchasing software, or inventory platforms.
• Knowledge of freight coordination and logistics operations.
• Multi-location wholesale distribution experience preferred.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to travel occasionally for vendor meetings, training, or operational support.

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