Purchasing Director

Purchasing Director plumbing supplier

Our client is a leading distributor of plumbing supply products. They are seeking an experienced Purchasing Director. They are a successful, well established leader in the plumbing supply industry. This position has one direct report.
100% in office, no hybrid/remote available.

Essential Functions:

• Establish stock levels for seasonal and non-seasonal items for SKUs used in the assigned categories.


• Establish sourcing strategies that support the needs of the business for the assigned categories.


• Utilize ERP system to determine procurement needs; indirect vs. direct point shipping; product line consolidation.


• Improve and manage Inventory Turnover Rate for the assigned categories to meet company objectives.


• Negotiate purchasing contracts and agreements with existing and potential vendors to obtain best cost, delivery and payment terms.


• Monitor progress toward supplier incentive programs to optimize purchases and maximize rebate dollars.


• Review vendor sourcing on a regular, ongoing basis, with the goal of securing more reliable, more cost-effective vendors


• Manage buyers working in the assigned categories.


• Lead successful meetings between suppliers, procurement and divisional stake holders.


• Ensure superior customer service to internal customers.


• Communicate effectively and consistently both internally and externally.

Desired Competencies

• 5+ years purchasing experience working in a wholesale distribution environment with a centralized distribution center and multiple branches.


• Experience with purchasing 10,000+ SKUs with a high and low volume mix.


• Minimum five years of experience leading a team of purchasing professionals.


• Inventory management experience.


• Strong data and analytical skills abilities.


• Minimum intermediate level skills with MS Excel. Advanced skill preferred.


• Customer/Client focus.


• Ability to communicate with all levels within the company.

Education Bachelors Degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.