Purchasing Manager - South (Austin Area)

About the role

Location: Leander, TX | Reports to: Regional Manager of Procurement | Employment Type: Full‑Time (Exempt)

The Procurement Manager leads and manages all purchasing and procurement activities across a designated Loenbro area, ensuring efficient, cost‑effective, and timely acquisition of materials, tools, and supplies needed for successful project execution.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Team Management
  • Lead, manage, and direct the Purchasing and Tool teams in the area.
  • Interview, hire, and train team members; ensure consistent communication and professional development.
  • Set clear expectations for daily operations including purchase orders, invoices, and vendor communications.
  • Motivate, organize, and encourage teamwork to meet productivity and accuracy goals.
  • Conduct regular meetings with team leads to align purchasing strategies with project needs.
• Purchasing Operations
  • Manage daily purchasing activities including orders, buyouts, and vendor coordination.
  • Review buyouts and quotes on high‑value materials; verify cost accuracy and potential savings.
  • Maintain consistency in the purchasing process and ensure accurate information flow to the field.
  • Respond to field communications promptly and provide regular purchasing reports.
  • Approve orders requiring higher‑level authorization and ensure compliance with Delegation of Authority (DOA) limits.
  • Collaborate with project managers to resolve material issues and reduce purchase order volume inefficiencies.
  • Monitor market and delivery conditions to anticipate material availability and price fluctuations.
  • Evaluate and approve vendor performance on a quarterly basis.
• Vendor Contract Management
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key vendors across the region.
  • Ensure negotiated pricing, payment terms, and discounts on high‑volume materials are followed.
  • Verify vendors adhere to agreed‑upon quality of service and delivery standards.
  • Pursue alternative materials and cost‑saving solutions to improve margins.
  • Coordinate vendor evaluations, maintain contract compliance, and document purchasing policies.
• Business Strategy Process
  • Analyze and document material and tool processes to identify efficiency and profitability gains.
  • Collaborate with project management to develop strategic purchasing initiatives aligned with company goals.
  • Lead continuous‑improvement efforts to streamline communication, improve cost control, and enhance value creation.
  • Communicate market conditions and pricing trends to management on a weekly basis.
  • Participate with project managers in developing specifications for materials and substitute products.
  • Plan future capacity requirements to meet growth and operational demands.
• Administrative and Support Functions
  • Maintain accurate records of all purchases, requisitions, and vendor communications.
  • Collaborate with Accounts Payable to verify invoices against purchase orders.
  • Provide regular updates and reports to Operations Management teams.
  • Ensure compliance with company policies, safety standards, and environmental objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of purchasing and/or warehouse management experience, preferably in the electrical or construction industry.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and leadership abilities in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office and computerized purchasing systems.
• Knowledge of market dynamics, cost analysis, and supply chain principles.
• Ability to assess and implement cost‑saving measures effectively.
• Self‑motivated, flexible, and capable of working independently while managing multiple priorities.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Indoor office setting with controlled temperature; outdoor industrial sites with exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, weather extremes, uneven terrain, or other environmental factors; fabrication shop with similar exposures. Travel requirements up to 10% of time. The role requires compliance with all applicable safety regulations, personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, and Loenbro’s Environmental Health and Safety (EH&S) policies.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• Life and disability insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities
• Employee assistance program (EAP)