Flooring Purchasing Specialist — Cost-Savvy & Detail‑Driven

CTW Design Center

Madison (WI)

On-site

USD 45,000 - 55,000

Full time

12 hours ago

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Job summary

CTW Design Center, a Madison-based flooring and interior design company, seeks a Purchasing Agent for the Flooring division. The role focuses on sourcing carpet, hardwood, LVP, laminate, tile, and installation supplies, ensuring on-time deliveries and favorable pricing.

Five years in flooring is required; strong vendor relationships and order-management proficiency are expected. This full-time position reports to the Operations Manager and offers a competitive starting salary with room for

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years working in the flooring industry.
Strong knowledge of flooring products, manufacturers, and distributors.
Experience with flooring ordering processes and material lead times.

Responsibilities

Purchase carpet, hardwood, luxury vinyl plank, laminate, tile, and flooring supplies.
Verify product specifications, quantities, costs, availability, and delivery dates.
Collaborate with manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers to procure materials.
Negotiate pricing and freight costs to protect profitability.
Track orders, back orders, and deliveries to ensure on-time arrival.
Coordinate with scheduling and warehouse teams to prevent delays.
Identify and resolve purchasing discrepancies and shortages.
Process vendor returns and credits.