Job Description

Purchasing and Logistics Professional (Level Open - Manager to Director, depending on experience)
Position Overview
The Purchasing and Logistics Professional plays a pivotal role in optimizing procurement and material management processes, ensuring the timely acquisition of equipment and supplies, cost-efficient purchasing practices, and seamless coordination of logistics. This role blends strategic supply chain leadership with hands-on purchasing and vendor management, leveraging industry knowledge, supplier relationships, and ERP/MRP expertise to drive operational and financial efficiency.
We're seeking someone with proven experience in purchasing and logistics who thrives in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. The level and title for this role will be determined based on the candidate's experience and potential impact.
Typical Duties and Responsibilities:
Vendor Management & Strategic Sourcing:

• Identify, assess, and select suppliers, considering price, quality, reliability, and delivery capabilities.
• Maintain and expand vendor relationships, leveraging existing networks in the AV, cabling, and security industries.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, contracts, payment terms, and delivery schedules to achieve cost reductions and maximize value.
• Analyze purchasing history and market trends to inform rebate strategies and category management decisions.
• Monitor supplier performance, address issues proactively, and document outcomes for continuous improvement.

Purchasing & Logistics Operations:

• Oversee creation and management of purchase orders, ensuring accuracy, budget compliance, and timely delivery.
• Collaborate with project managers to maintain up-to-date Bills of Materials (BOM) and prevent project delays.
• Coordinate material shipments, deliveries, and logistics to ensure project schedules are met.
• Conduct cost analyses and identify opportunities for savings without compromising quality or schedule.
• Manage urgent or emergency procurement needs efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and supplier information to facilitate transparency and informed decision-making.

Technology & Process Improvement:

• Utilize procurement software to streamline processes, track orders, manage supplier relationships, and enable data-driven decisions.
• Support implementation and optimization of ERP/MRP systems or purchasing software as needed.
• Generate comprehensive procurement reports and provide regular updates to management.

Collaboration & Leadership:

• Foster collaboration with operations, accounting, warehouse, and estimating teams to ensure seamless purchasing and logistics execution.
• Train and mentor team members on purchasing software and process improvements.
• Partner with leadership to align procurement and logistics strategies with organizational goals, including inventory management, project planning, and cost optimization.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in Supply Chain, Purchasing, Procurement, or Logistics Management within multi-distribution, construction, or manufacturing industries with 8-10 years of experience.
• Strong expertise in vendor negotiation, cost reduction, supplier management, and category management.
• Knowledge of AV, cabling, and security system equipment is highly preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and procurement software implementation.
• Excellent leadership, communication, project management, and analytical skills.
• Title and level will be determined based on experience.

We offer:
Full time employment opportunity with great compensation commensurate with experience, and long-term opportunities for performance bonuses, raises and career advancement and continuing education.

• Health and Welfare Plan which includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Supplemental Life, Supplemental Disability, Supplemental Accident, Hospital and Critical Illness, Employee Assistance Program (EPA)
• Medical and Dependent Reimbursement Programs
• Exceptional 401(k) Plan with matching Employer Contribution
• Paid Vacation and Holidays

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity that considers all applicants and employees without regard to their disability or protected veteran status.
Additional Job Information

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