Purchasing Manager

Century Fire Protection; Mayview Heights (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance incentives

Medical insurance (3 plans)

Dental insurance (2 plans)

Vision insurance

Disability insurance (short-term)

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Century Fire Protection in Knoxville, TN is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement, manage vendor relationships, and lead our purchasing team. You will drive cost control, ensure reliable material supply, and keep projects on track.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 5+ years in purchasing or supply chain, with supervisory experience preferred. Strong negotiation and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain.
• Supervisory or project management experience preferred.
• Strong negotiation, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop purchasing strategies to control costs and ensure reliable material availability.
• Oversee purchase orders, vendor negotiations, and contract management.
• Lead, coach, and develop purchasing staff.
• Evaluate vendors based on pricing, quality, service, and reliability.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate with operations to forecast material needs.
• Ensure purchasing activities follow company policies, contracts, and applicable regulations.

Skills

Negotiation

Organization

Problem solving

Vendor management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Division 4 | Knoxville, TNLead the strategy. Build strong partnerships. Keep operations moving.Century Fire Protection is looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement, manage vendor relationships, and lead our purchasing team. You'll play a key role in controlling costs, maintaining reliable material supply, and keeping projects on track.️ What You’ll DoDevelop purchasing strategies to control costs and ensure reliable material availability.Oversee purchase orders, vendor negotiations, and contract management.Lead, coach, and develop purchasing staff.Evaluate vendors based on pricing, quality, service, and reliability.Monitor inventory and coordinate with operations to forecast material needs.Ensure purchasing activities follow company policies, contracts, and applicable regulations.Resolve vendor issues involving pricing, delivery, quality, and service.Analyze purchasing data and report on costs, savings, and supplier performance. What You BringHigh school diploma or equivalent.5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience.Supervisory or project management experience preferred.Strong negotiation, organization, and problem-solving skills.Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel.Ability to manage priorities, build vendor relationships, and support business goals. The JobPrimarily office-based work with regular sitting, standing, and walking.Frequent communication with vendors and internal teams.Occasional climbing, reaching, and lifting up to 25 lbs. Why This Role MattersThe right materials, at the right price, at the right time make a difference. Your leadership will help control costs, strengthen supplier relationships, and keep our teams equipped to get the job done. About Century Fire ProtectionBuild a Career That Burns Bright!Century Fire Protection is one of the largest and most successful full-service fire protection companies in the Southeast—and we’re still growing! With a wide range of positions and countless opportunities for career growth, employees are empowered to do their jobs, serve our clients, and make an impact. There’s no better place to build a career in the fire protection industry. We Invest in Our PeopleWe believe our people are our biggest asset. That’s why we offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, professional development, and the tools and training needed to succeed and grow. Benefits IncludeCompetitive Pay + Performance IncentivesMedical Insurance with 3 Plans to Choose FromDental Insurance with 2 Plans to Choose FromVision InsuranceVoluntary Life InsuranceShort- & Long-Term DisabilityFlexible Spending AccountsPaid Time Off & Paid Holidays401(k) with Company MatchEmployee Assistance ProgramEmployee Relief Fund Financial GrantsSupplemental Insurance, including Critical Illness, Hospitalization & AccidentCompany-Issued Laptop and/or TabletCompany-Paid Training & Certifications$1,000 Employee Referral Bonus for each person referred and hired Join the TeamBuild a Career That Burns Bright! We support and hire Veterans and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.