Regional Purchasing Manager - Appliances

Ferguson Enterprises; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major supply company is seeking a Regional Purchasing Manager to oversee inventory performance and optimize working capital. This fully remote role requires extensive purchasing management experience and strong organizational skills. The ideal candidate will collaborate with regional leadership and suppliers to improve service levels and communication across departments.

Benefits

Health and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Associate discounts

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Purchasing Management or Category Management/Sales experience.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage relationships with regional leadership and vendors.
• Oversee a team of Buyers for the Appliance Category.
• Provide solutions for inventory and customer service issues.

Skills

Purchasing Management or Category Management/Sales experience

Familiarity with PowerBI

Microsoft Office proficiency

Customer service skills

Strong communication skills

Job description

Overview

Since 1953, Ferguson has been a source of quality supplies for a variety of industries. Together We Build Better infrastructure, better homes and better businesses. We exist to make our customers’ complex projects simple, successful, and sustainable. Ferguson, a Fortune 500 company, is proud to provide best-in-class products, service and capabilities across the following industries: Commercial/Mechanical, Facilities Supply, Fire and Fabrication, HVAC, Industrial, Residential Trade, Residential Building and Remodel, Waterworks and Residential Digital Commerce. Ferguson has approximately 36,000 associates across 1,700 locations. Ferguson is a community of proud associates who operate with the shared purpose of building something meaningful. You will build a career that you are proud of, at a company you can believe in.

Ferguson is currently seeking a Regional Purchasing Manager to join our team! This role is responsible for managing key relationships with regional leadership, vendors, and internal partners to drive inventory performance, optimize working capital, and enhance customer service levels.

This role is approved to be fully remote and can be based anywhere in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Manages the relationship with key leadership for the regions; including, but not limited to, the Regional VP, Regional Operations Director, Customer Group Directors, Process Operations Managers, and Regional Inventory Managers
• Collaborate with Vendors and Category Management on plan to sell skus, obsolescence, and lead times.
• Oversee a team of Buyers and Purchasing Manager(s) for the Appliance Category nationwide
• Work with the regions to meet their working capital goals while meeting customer service requirements and increasing fill rates and service levels
• Communicate with the Regional Purchasing Managers and Regional Inventory Managers to understand any updates and changes in the region (new location openings, closings, leadership changes, and business strategy changes) as well as communicate business group strategy related to inventory.
• Provide solutions and recommendations to Regional Management for inventory and customer service issues related to inventory and procurement.
• Perform a range of procurement activities
• Monitor inventory and manage product shortages
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, vendors, and internal departments

Qualifications

• Previous Purchasing Management or Category Management/Sales experience (at least 5 years)
• Familiarity with using PowerBI
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software
• Detail oriented and proven organization skills with a high level of accuracy
• Strong customer service skills and problem-solving proficiency
• A positive attitude, strong work ethic, and phenomenal communication skills

Benefits and Compensation

At Ferguson, we care for each other. We value our well-being just as much as our hard work. We are committed to a holistic approach towards benefits plans and programs that support the mental, physical and financial well-being of our associates. Our competitive offering not only includes benefits like health, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance and a 401(k) with a company match, but our associates also enjoy additional meaningful and inclusive enhancements that are adaptable to their diverse situations and needs, including mental health coverage, gender affirming and family building benefits, paid parental leave, associate discounts, community involvement opportunities and more!

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Pay

Actual pay rate may vary depending upon location. The estimated pay range for this position is below. The specific rate will depend on a candidate’s qualifications and prior experience.

Estimated monthly salary range: $7,949.70 - $17,325.00. The range displayed is monthly for salaried roles or hourly for all other roles. This role is Bonus or Incentive Plan eligible. Ferguson complies with all wage regulations. The starting wage may be higher in certain locations based on local or state wage requirements.

The Company is an equal opportunity employer as well as a government contractor that shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-300.5(a), which prohibits discrimination against qualified protected Veterans and the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5(A), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability.

Ferguson Enterprises, LLC. is an equal employment employerF/M/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.

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