Purchasing Manager

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The Purchasing Manager will oversee and direct the activities of the purchasing department. This position is responsible for maintaining relationships with suppliers, vendors or wholesalers, places orders for products based on current inventory needs and tracks shipments. The position requires good client service skills to collaborate with different departments, support managers and work with vendors.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Hires and manages the Purchasing Supervisors, and other staff as needed.
• Oversees the daily workflow and schedules of the department.
• Conducts performance evaluations that are timely and constructive.
• Handles discipline and termination of employees in accordance with company policy.
• Collaborates with other departments and leadership to identify and develop needs and requirements for equipment, materials, products, and acceptable substitutions.
• Assesses current material availability; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables.
• Prepares and presents market conditions and merchandise cost reports.
• Prepares and processes purchase orders and requisitions for materials, supplies, and equipment.
• Drafts, explains, and implements instructions, policies, and procedures for purchasing and contract management.
• Evaluates and approves conditions for issuing and awarding bids.
• Resolves grievances with vendors, contractors, and suppliers.
• Maintains and/or implements purchasing and recordkeeping systems.
• Acts as the company’s representative in negotiations with suppliers.
• Coordinates removal or disposal of surplus materials.
• Administers the departmental budget.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education/Qualification:

• Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• At least 5 years of experience in a purchasing manager role within the fire sprinkler industry or related construction field.
• Requires the ability to act in a lead capacity and manage teams or groups of individuals on projects.
• In-depth knowledge of purchasing functions, inventory, and supply management systems
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with proven negotiation skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills with the ability to effectively train others.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Understanding of business and management principles.
• Thorough understanding of materials and supplies used in the company.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Other Duties:

• Adheres to the Code of Conduct, Confidentiality Agreement, and Company Safety Policy.
• Ability to travel if needed
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Anticipated close date 11/6/2025

Pay Range 80-85k based on experience

Benefits And Perks:

• Excellent Pay

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Company paid life insurance
• Company paid short-term disability
• 401K with employer match
• Paid vacation and company holidays
• Training and Career Development
• Company vehicle (if job applicable)
• Immediate qualification for the ALL In Ownership Plan for all eligible full-time employees

Pye-Barker Fire and Safety is an Equal Opportunity Employer