Senior Purchasing Manager – Building Materials Leadership

Parr Lumber Company; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 112,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan with low deductible

Dental and Vision coverage

401(k) with match and profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation and sick days

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Parr Lumber Company is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Hillsboro, OR to lead the Commodity and Hardlines Buying team and oversee purchasing, inventory, and supplier relationships. The role collaborates with leadership to support product availability, operations, and profitability.

You will drive supplier negotiations, manage budgets, and ensure alignment with company goals while guiding staff and improving purchasing processes across Northwest locations.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of purchasing or related experience.
• Knowledge of lumber, plywood, building materials purchasing, inventory control, and receiving practices.
• Strong negotiation, vendor-management, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, purchasing systems, and standard business technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and manage Commodity and Hardlines Buyers and Purchasing support staff.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels based on sales volume and location needs.
• Establish and maintain supplier relationships and negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms.
• Manage assigned product groups, vendors, contracts, renewals, vendor programs, and due diligence.
• Develop and manage department budgets in partnership with the VP of Purchasing.
• Oversee supplier escalations, product claims, and resolutions with Sales and Operations.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Outlook

Purchasing systems

Job description

Parr Lumber Company is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Hillsboro, OR to lead the Commodity and Hardlines Buying team and oversee purchasing, inventory, and supplier relationships. The role collaborates with leadership to support product availability, operations, and profitability.

You will drive supplier negotiations, manage budgets, and ensure alignment with company goals while guiding staff and improving purchasing processes across Northwest locations.