Regional Procurement Manager
About the role
The Regional Procurement Manager at Loenbro, LLC is responsible for leading and managing all purchasing and procurement activities across a designated region. This role ensures efficient, cost-effective, and timely acquisition of materials, tools, and supplies necessary for successful project execution. The manager oversees the purchasing and tool management teams, maintains vendor relationships, and collaborates with project and area managers to streamline operations and control costs.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Leadership and Team Management: Lead, manage, and direct the Purchasing and Tool teams across all regions. Train field personnel on Procurement policies and proper use of the company's purchasing system. 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 and regional managers 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 on a regular basis. 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 states within each region. Ensure that negotiated pricing, payment terms, and discounts on high-volume materials are being 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: 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 on a weekly basis. Participate with project managers in the development of specifications for materials and substitute products. Plan future capacity requirements to meet growth and operational demands.
Administrative and Support Function: 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 the 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.