Central Purchasing Supervisor

Human Resources Team•Raleigh, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Shop Manager is responsible for leading all purchasing, inventory, shop, and fleet management functions for the district. This role ensures the timely procurement of materials, effective inventory control, and optimal fleet performance to support field operations. The position plays a critical role in driving cost efficiency, operational readiness, and overall margin improvement.

Requirements

3–5+ years of purchasing, supply chain, or warehouse management experience
Prior supervisory or leadership experience required
Strong negotiation, vendor management, and cost-control skills
Experience with inventory systems and procurement processes
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Outlook, Word)
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
Ability to operate in a fast-paced, operationally driven environment
Successful completion of a drug test and pre-employment background screening is required.
MVR checks are required for all driving positions.

Nice To Haves

Fleet or asset management experience preferred
Experience supporting service-based or construction-related operations
Strong focus on cost control and operational efficiency
Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive process improvements

Responsibilities

Develop and execute purchasing strategies to ensure cost-effective sourcing of materials and equipment
Establish and manage vendor relationships, including negotiation of pricing, terms, and service levels
Monitor market conditions and identify opportunities for cost savings and standardization
Ensure compliance with company purchasing policies and procedures
Oversee daily warehouse and shop operations, including receiving, stocking, and issuing materials
Maintain accurate inventory levels to support field demand while minimizing excess and obsolescence
Implement and manage inventory control processes, including cycle counts and audits
Coordinate with operations teams to ensure materials are available for scheduled work
Manage district fleet operations, including service vehicles, trailers, and equipment
Oversee preventative maintenance schedules and coordinate repairs to minimize downtime
Track fleet utilization, fuel consumption, and operating costs
Ensure compliance with safety regulations, DOT requirements, and company fleet policies
Partner with operations leadership to align fleet capacity with workload demands
Monitor purchasing and fleet-related spend against budget and identify variances
Drive cost reduction initiatives across materials, vendors, and fleet operations
Support margin improvement through strategic sourcing and inventory optimization
Provide reporting and insights to district leadership on purchasing, inventory, and fleet performance
Lead and develop purchasing and warehouse personnel
Foster collaboration with service, inspection, and project teams to support operational execution
Promote a culture of accountability, efficiency, and continuous improvement

Benefits

Competitive compensation
Pay is on a weekly cycle, every Friday
Career Advancement Opportunities
Competitive benefits, including healthcare, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off and holidays
Company paid short and long-term disability
Immediately vested in our 401(k) company match
Full-time employees participate in our Shared Ownership Program which offers a monetary bonus aligned to the company's long-term success.
Exceptional guidance and support from our managers
Collaborative culture & environment
Robust training opportunities with company reimbursement upon achieving required licensing
Apprenticeship programs for fire sprinkler, fire alarm and inspection positions
Opportunity to work alongside some of the best talent in the fire protection industry