Building Materials Divisional Purchasing Manager

Do it Best
Fort Wayne, IN
Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking a forward-thinking Purchasing Manager to lead our Building Materials division. In this pivotal role, you will focus on managing a program-driven and long-term strategic procurement process.

Your leadership will be essential in developing and maintaining sustainable, strategic supplier relationships and ensuring a steady, cost-effective supply chain that aligns with our long-term goals.

This position requires a strategic thinker who can manage not just the day-to-day purchasing activities, but also envision and plan for the future needs of the division, ensuring alignment with Do it Best Corp.’s overall mission.

Responsibilities include :

  • Develop and implement purchasing strategies that reflect the long-term objectives of the Building Materials division.
  • Establish and maintain strategic relationships with suppliers, negotiating contracts and agreements that benefit the company in the long term.
  • Track and partner with sales to ensure that all strategic vendor incentives are achieved on an annual or otherwise established basis.
  • Monitor market trends to understand long-term impacts on supply and demand..
  • Collaborate with other departments to forecast long-term needs and manage inventory effectively.
  • Promote a culture of strategic thinking and continuous improvement within the purchasing team.

Education and Experience :

  • Proven experience in a leadership role within purchasing in the building materials industry.
  • Strong understanding of long-term procurement strategies and supply chain management.
  • A commitment to ethical, sustainable procurement practices.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

Skills and Abilities :

  • Excellent leadership, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Proficiency in procurement software and G-suite.

Benefits available to you :

  • Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision with a premium free plan available
  • Paid time off to foster work / life balance
  • Profit sharing
  • Bonus Pay opportunities
  • Retirement funding opportunities
  • Education reimbursement
  • Health club reimbursement
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • 30+ days ago
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