Purchasing Manager

Clayton Services; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

PTO

Job summary

Clayton Services in North Houston is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement operations, manage inventory strategy across multiple locations, and lead a team to ensure product availability aligns with business demand.

The role focuses on developing strategic procurement plans, building strong vendor relationships, and using ERP systems to optimize stock and profitability while collaborating with sales, operations, and leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or inventory management experience
• Experience within HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or wholesale distribution strongly preferred
• Prior experience managing purchasing for multiple locations required
• Experience with ERP systems (Eclipse or similar) preferred
• Proven experience leading and developing teams

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage daily purchasing and inventory operations across multiple branch locations
• Develop and execute procurement strategies that support company growth and service goals
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, including negotiating pricing, terms, and rebates
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory
• Forecast seasonal demand and adjust purchasing plans accordingly
• Partner with sales, operations, and leadership to align inventory with customer needs
• Analyze purchasing data, product performance, and margin opportunities to improve profitability
• Manage backorders, vendor lead times, and supply chain disruptions
• Oversee purchase order processes, ensuring accuracy and timely fulfillment
• Utilize ERP systems to track inventory, maintain data integrity, and support decision-making
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of purchasing professionals

Skills

Leadership & team management

Negotiation & vendor management

Inventory metrics

Data analysis

Organizational skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field

Tools

ERP systems (Eclipse or similar)

Job description

Clayton Services is searching for a Purchasing Manager to join a growing distribution company in North Houston. The Purchasing Manager will be responsible for overseeing procurement operations, managing inventory strategy across multiple locations, and leading a team to ensure product availability aligns with business demand.

Job Type: Direct Hire

Pay Rate: $120,000 - $140,000/year (depending on experience)

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more

• Lead and manage daily purchasing and inventory operations across multiple branch locations
• Develop and execute procurement strategies that support company growth and service goals
• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships, including negotiating pricing, terms, and rebates
• Monitor inventory levels to ensure optimal stock while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory
• Forecast seasonal demand and adjust purchasing plans accordingly
• Partner with sales, operations, and leadership to align inventory with customer needs
• Analyze purchasing data, product performance, and margin opportunities to improve profitability
• Manage backorders, vendor lead times, and supply chain disruptions
• Oversee purchase order processes, ensuring accuracy and timely fulfillment
• Utilize ERP systems to track inventory, maintain data integrity, and support decision-making
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of purchasing professionals

Purchasing Manager Skills and Abilities:

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management capabilities
• Deep understanding of inventory metrics such as turns, fill rate, and service levels
• Ability to analyze data and make strategic purchasing decisions
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced environment
• Effective communication skills with both internal teams and external partners
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and ERP systems

Purchasing Manager Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred
• Minimum of 5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or inventory management experience
• Experience within HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or wholesale distribution strongly preferred
• Prior experience managing purchasing for multiple locations required
• Experience with ERP systems (Eclipse or similar) preferred
• Proven experience leading and developing teams