Strategic Purchasing Manager — Building Materials

Top Wood Jobs, LLC; Texas; Presencial; USD 145.000 - 175.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Top Wood is seeking a seasoned Purchasing Manager to lead procurement of materials and services in Texas. You will develop strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure timely delivery while guiding purchasing staff across departments.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in purchasing within building materials, with strong negotiation, analytics, and data-driven decision-making to drive cost savings and process improvements.

Formación

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Five (5+) plus years of demonstrated success as a Purchasing Manager in the building materials industry.
• Solid understanding of purchasing principles and practices.
• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities.
• Experience with purchasing software and systems (ERP, procurement platforms).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage contracts.
• Oversee the purchasing process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure on-time delivery of materials.
• Develop and maintain purchasing metrics and reports.
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies and processes.
• Data-driven approach to decision-making.
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and materials.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and effective purchasing strategies.
• Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for cost savings.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects.

Responsabilidades

• Oversee the purchasing process and staff supervision.
• Negotiate contracts with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance and on-time delivery of materials.
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies.
• Collaborate with sales, operations, and finance teams.
• Analyze data to identify cost-saving opportunities.

Conocimientos

Negotiation

Contract management

Analytical skills

Supplier management

Cross-functional collaboration

Data-driven decision making

ERP/ procurement software

Educación

Bachelor’s degree in business administration

Herramientas

ERP systems

Procurement software

Descripción del empleo

• Wage: $145,000 - $175,000 / Year salary, benefits, incentive plan, relocation assistance. Salary and benefits commensurate with experience.
• Education Required:Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• Years’ Experience Required:Five (5+) plus years of demonstrated success as a Purchasing Manager in the building materials industry

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Description:

The Purchasing Manager in Texasoversees the procurement of materials and services for our company. We're looking for a strategic thinker with a proven background in purchasing and supply chain management. The Purchasing Manager will develop and implement purchasing strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure the delivery of materials in time. This role requires a strong technical background, analytical skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with our teams. This position oversees purchasing staff and works closely with other departments such as sales, operations, finance, and other stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field
• Five (5+) plus years of demonstrated success as a Purchasing Manager in the building materials industry
• Solid understanding of purchasing principles and practices
• Outstanding organizational and leadership abilities
• Experience with purchasing software and systems (e.g., ERP, procurement platforms)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven ability to negotiate and manage contracts
• Oversee the purchasing process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure on-time delivery of materials
• Manage and negotiate contracts with suppliers
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Develop and maintain purchasing metrics and reports
• Develop and implement purchasing strategies and processes
• Data-driven approach to decision-making
• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and materials
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and effective purchasing strategies
• Analyze data to identify trends and opportunities for cost savings
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects

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