Purchasing Manager

About the role

The Purchasing Manager at IES Residential oversees procurement of materials, equipment, goods, and services essential to operations. Responsibilities include developing and implementing purchasing strategies, negotiating contracts, managing vendor relationships, and monitoring inventory and KPIs.

Responsibilities

• Develop, lead, and implement purchasing strategies aligned with business goals.
• Negotiate contracts and close deals ensuring best pricing, quality, and delivery timelines.
• Partner cross-functionally with internal teams to clarify procurement needs and project specifications.
• Identify and qualify reliable suppliers; build long-term vendor relationships.
• Maintain inventory levels and forecast material requirements.
• Conduct cost analysis, benchmarking, and scenario planning to support decision-making.
• Track key purchasing metrics (KPIs) to monitor performance and drive improvements.
• Manage procurement risks by staying informed on market fluctuations, supplier issues, and compliance.
• Lead efforts in sourcing innovation and continuous improvement within the procurement process.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager, Procurement Officer, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of sourcing and vendor management principles.
• Keen understanding of market dynamics, negotiation strategies, and supply chain operations.
• Solid analytical skills and data-driven decision-making abilities.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in the electrical, construction, or manufacturing industry.
• Familiarity with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics.
• Certification in procurement or supply chain (e.g., CPSM, CPIM).

Work Environment

• Based in an office environment with regular interaction with vendors, internal departments, and field operations.
• Occasional travel may be required to supplier sites, industry events, or project locations.
• The role may involve extended hours during peak procurement periods or project rollouts.
• Requires the ability to sit or stand for extended periods, use standard office equipment, and communicate effectively across departments and with external partners.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD