Purchasing Manager - South (Dallas Area)

About Loenbro

Loenbro is a trusted, long‑term construction lifecycle partner to thousands of customers across the U.S. Our market spans all industries and our service offerings include Critical Electrical, Mechanical & Structural, Soft Crafts, Inspection, Underground Maintenance and Installation, and Fabrication. We simplify the complex and build long‑standing relationships with our partners. With a national presence and a local approach, every customer benefits from our capabilities and our care. At Loenbro, we don’t just offer jobs—we build careers grounded in integrity, teamwork, excellence, and purpose.

Location: Dallas, TX · Employment Type: Full‑Time (Exempt)

Job Summary

The Procurement Manager is responsible for leading and managing all purchasing and procurement activities across a particular Loenbro area. This role ensures efficient, cost‑effective, and timely acquisition of materials, tools, and supplies necessary for successful project execution. The manager will oversee the purchasing and tool management teams, maintain vendor relationships, and collaborate with project and area managers to streamline operations and control costs.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Team Management: Lead, manage, and direct the Purchasing and Tool teams in your 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 purchasing reports regularly; approve orders requiring higher‑level authorization and ensure compliance with Delegation of Authority 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; ensure 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 ensure transparent documentation of purchasing policies.
• Business Strategy Process: Analyze and document material and tool processes to identify areas for increased efficiency and profitability; collaborate with project management to develop strategic purchasing initiatives that align with company goals; lead continuous improvement efforts across the purchasing function to streamline communication, improve cost control, and enhance value creation; communicate market conditions and pricing trends to management weekly; 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.
• Proficient 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.

Work Environment

The role is performed in an indoor office setting with controlled temperature, as well as on outdoor industrial sites and fabrication shops where exposure to noise, dust, chemicals, weather extremes, and uneven terrain may occur. Travel requirements are up to 10 % of the time. The position 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)
• Benefits eligibility may vary based on employment classification and hours worked