National Purchasing Manager: Strategy & Inventory

Core & Main; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Core & Main seeks a national Purchasing Operations Manager to oversee daily operations, monitor associates, and ensure best practices in purchasing. The role emphasizes system maintenance for efficient operations and accurate pricing across the procurement function.

Typically requires a BS/BA in a related discipline with 7+ years of experience; advanced degrees may offset less experience. Travel is 5%–20% as part of the role.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in a related discipline; advanced degree may offset less experience.
• 7+ years of experience in a related field.
• Certification may be required or helpful.
• Member of trade organizations (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Analyzes vendor consolidation for purchasing and makes recommendations.
• Conducts ongoing training and consultation.
• Develops and enforces policies and procedures.
• Performs overall analysis of purchasing effectiveness.
• Analyzes and resolves purchasing issues.
• Manages inventory control.
• Manages hiring, training, development and performance appraisals of associates.

Skills

Vendor management

Training & coaching

Policy development

Inventory control

Hiring & performance management

Education

BS/BA in related discipline

Job description

Core & Main seeks a national Purchasing Operations Manager to oversee daily operations, monitor associates, and ensure best practices in purchasing. The role emphasizes system maintenance for efficient operations and accurate pricing across the procurement function.

Typically requires a BS/BA in a related discipline with 7+ years of experience; advanced degrees may offset less experience. Travel is 5%–20% as part of the role.