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.



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