Purchasing Supervisor
About the Role
The Purchasing Supervisor is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the Purchasing Team, including Specialists, Agents, and Leads. This role ensures purchasing activities are completed accurately and efficiently in alignment with company policy and supports the successful execution of procurement functions within Oracle Fusion.
Responsibilities
- Supervise a team of Purchasing Specialists, Agents, and Leads across assigned regions or business units.
- Monitor daily purchasing activity and prioritize workflow to support both job-specific and inventory-related purchasing.
- Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and system workflows in Oracle Fusion.
- Review reports and dashboards to identify open POs, delays, or data discrepancies requiring team follow-up.
- Manage team performance through coaching, feedback, and formal performance evaluations.
- Facilitate training, onboarding, and cross-training across roles within the purchasing team.
- Escalate and resolve supplier-related issues, pricing discrepancies, and process inefficiencies in partnership with internal stakeholders.
- Serve as the key point of contact for internal escalations related to purchasing execution.
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable, Warehouse, and Field Operations to resolve PO/invoice issues.
- Partner with Supply Chain leadership and the SFPH Procurement Team to drive system and process improvements.
- Approve timesheets and PTO requests for direct reports.
- Maintain oversight of purchasing data integrity within Oracle Fusion and Salesforce Lightning.
- Generate reports and respond to management information requests as needed.
- Communicate effectively with vendors, field leaders, and cross-functional teams.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field (required); Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- 5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience (strongly preferred).
- 2 years of team leadership or supervisory experience (preferred).
- Experience in fire protection, construction, or field service environments (strongly preferred).
- Prior experience with Oracle Fusion or similar ERP systems (highly preferred).
- Strong understanding of vendor management, inventory support, and purchasing workflows.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with Oracle Fusion and Salesforce Lightning (highly preferred).
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to comply with Summit’s Drug and Alcohol Policy and Background screening requirements.
Physical & Work Environment Requirements
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform Essential Job Duties. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit and stand for long periods. The employee will occasionally drive, bend, kneel, balance, lift <20 lbs, walk, ascend/descend stairs, reach above and below shoulders, stoop, and twist. The employee will consistently work indoors in an office or remote setting and occasionally travel.
About Us
Summit Companies is the nation’s leading fire protection company, offering a full suite of capabilities including design, installation, testing, inspections, and maintenance. With over 100 locations in more than 30 states, we serve customers across various verticals. We are committed to quality work, workforce development, and professional growth, offering extensive training, career advancement, and an industry-leading benefits package.
Benefits
- Paid Vacation and Holidays
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Plan with Company Match
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Long-Term and Short-Term Disability (Employer Paid)
- Life Insurance for Team Members and Dependents
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
Our Core Values
PIPE: We are PASSIONATE about life safety. We have INTEGRITY (Do the right thing). We work in PARTNERSHIP with our customers and community. We constantly strive for OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE (Do things right).