Purchasing Manager (HVAC, Plumbing, Piping)

5 Star Recruitment; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Purchasing Manager with expertise in HVAC and Plumbing sectors. The successful candidate will manage and track large-scale purchase orders, oversee warehouse operations, and negotiate with suppliers. This position requires strong negotiation skills, HVAC industry experience, and proficiency in ERP systems. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and excel in procurement, we encourage you to apply.

Qualifications

• HVAC, Refrigeration, Plumbing, and Process Piping industry experience or skills required.
• Excellent negotiation skills for establishing long-term supplier partnerships.
• Proficiency in sourcing and vendor management practices.

Responsibilities

• Assign cost codes and project numbers to all purchase orders.
• Monitor and track daily deliveries and scheduled shipments.
• Oversee warehouse operations and task delegation to staff.
• Collaborate with accounting for billing and backorder resolutions.
• Negotiate vendor pricing and manage vendor relationships.

Skills

HVAC industry experience

Negotiation skills

Vendor management

Procurement skills

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the job Purchasing Manager (HVAC, Plumbing, Piping)

Responsibilities:

• Assign appropriate cost codes and project numbers to all purchase orders and invoices.
• Monitor and track daily deliveries and scheduled shipments.
• Oversee warehouse operations and delegate tasks to warehouse staff.
• Collaborate with the accounting team to ensure accurate and timely billing, backorder resolutions, and credit processing.
• Manage and track large-scale purchase orders.
• Negotiate vendor pricing and maintain strong relationships with current and potential suppliers.
• Manage tool inventory and coordinate equipment repairs through the tool tracking system.
• Set up and monitor rental agreements for tools, storage, office trailers, and man-lifts.
• Attend project meetings to address ordering issues and provide budget updates to the project team.
• Oversee tool budgets for all projects.
• Manage and maintain the fleet vehicle GPS program, ensuring timely truck departures, correct driver assignments, and vehicle maintenance scheduling.

MUST HAVE:

• HVAC, Refrigeration, Plumbing and Process Piping industry experience or skills required

NICE TO HAVE:

• Previous experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain roles
• Excellent negotiation skills and the ability to establish long-term supplier partnerships.
• Proficiency in sourcing and vendor management practices.
• Proficiency in ERP systems and Microsoft Office Suite.