Senior Purchasing Manager – Building Materials & Vendors

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

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation days

Health benefits

401(k) plan with match

Profit sharing

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

PARR, based in Hillsboro, OR, seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead the Commodity and Hardlines Buying team. This working-manager role oversees purchasing, inventory, supplier relationships, and team performance to support product availability and company profitability.

The role requires 5–10 years in purchasing, strong negotiation and leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate with multiple departments across locations. Local travel to Northwest locations is expected.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 5–10 years of purchasing or related experience preferred.
• Knowledge of lumber, plywood, building materials purchasing and inventory control.
• Strong negotiation, vendor-management and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and manage Commodity and Hardlines Buyers and staff.
• Maintain inventory levels based on sales and plans.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts and terms with suppliers.
• Manage product groups, vendor relations, and renewals.
• Develop and manage department budgets with VP of Purchasing.
• Coordinate with Sales, Operations, Marketing and Vendors.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Vendor management

Communications

Leadership

Inventory management

Microsoft Excel

Purchasing systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Purchasing systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

PARR, based in Hillsboro, OR, seeks a Purchasing Manager to lead the Commodity and Hardlines Buying team. This working-manager role oversees purchasing, inventory, supplier relationships, and team performance to support product availability and company profitability.

The role requires 5–10 years in purchasing, strong negotiation and leadership skills, and the ability to coordinate with multiple departments across locations. Local travel to Northwest locations is expected.