Strategic Purchasing Specialist - Building Materials

SRS Distribution Inc.; Springfield (MO); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive weekly/bi-weekly pay

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Vacation time

Sick time

Paid holidays

Floating holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision benefits

Flexible Spending Accounts

Company paid life insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Job summary

SRS Distribution Inc. in Springfield, MO, is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to manage all purchasing activities, place orders, and optimize inventory levels.

The role emphasizes knowledge of drywall, acoustical ceiling products, and construction tools, with strong vendor negotiations and market awareness. The successful candidate will negotiate pricing, monitor market conditions, and coordinate with internal teams to ensure accurate pricing and timely fulfillment while maintaining optimal stock

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required for the role.
• Minimum 3–5 years of related purchasing experience.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and vendor management experience.

Responsibilities

• Purchase from vendors, negotiate pricing and terms.
• Maintain inventory levels and monitor shrinkage.
• Enter orders and manage pricing records.
• Develop vendor relationships and respond to price changes.
• Support front counter sales when needed.

Skills

Drywall knowledge

Acoustic ceiling tile knowledge

Construction tools knowledge

Construction safety items knowledge

Drywall finishes and compounds

Vendor relationship management

Pricing negotiation

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

SRS Distribution Inc. in Springfield, MO, is seeking a Purchasing Specialist to manage all purchasing activities, place orders, and optimize inventory levels.

The role emphasizes knowledge of drywall, acoustical ceiling products, and construction tools, with strong vendor negotiations and market awareness. The successful candidate will negotiate pricing, monitor market conditions, and coordinate with internal teams to ensure accurate pricing and timely fulfillment while maintaining optimal stock