Strategic Purchasing Manager & Vendor Lead

Century Fire Protection; Mayview Heights (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Performance incentives

Medical insurance (3 plans)

Dental insurance (2 plans)

Vision insurance

Disability insurance (short-term)

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Century Fire Protection in Knoxville, TN is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement, manage vendor relationships, and lead our purchasing team. You will drive cost control, ensure reliable material supply, and keep projects on track.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 5+ years in purchasing or supply chain, with supervisory experience preferred. Strong negotiation and MS Office skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5+ years in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain.
• Supervisory or project management experience preferred.
• Strong negotiation, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Develop purchasing strategies to control costs and ensure reliable material availability.
• Oversee purchase orders, vendor negotiations, and contract management.
• Lead, coach, and develop purchasing staff.
• Evaluate vendors based on pricing, quality, service, and reliability.
• Monitor inventory and coordinate with operations to forecast material needs.
• Ensure purchasing activities follow company policies, contracts, and applicable regulations.

Skills

Negotiation

Organization

Problem solving

Vendor management

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Century Fire Protection in Knoxville, TN is seeking an experienced Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement, manage vendor relationships, and lead our purchasing team. You will drive cost control, ensure reliable material supply, and keep projects on track.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 5+ years in purchasing or supply chain, with supervisory experience preferred. Strong negotiation and MS Office skills are essential.