Director of Purchasing

Vertical Mechanical Group Inc•Sterling, VA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Vertical Mechanical Group (VMG) is an industry leader with deep expertise in both HVAC and Plumbing. Formerly known as Anderson Mechanical Services, Inc. and Inspiration Plumbing Company, these two respected organizations were brought together to deliver award-winning HVAC and Plumbing solutions for commercial new construction, renovations, upfits, design-build, and installation projects. To support our continued growth, we are adding a Director of Purchasing to our team. In this role, the Director of Purchasing will provide strategic leadership and oversight of all purchasing and procurement functions across the organization. This individual will work closely with executive leadership, project teams, operations, and vendors to ensure cost-effective sourcing, timely material availability, and alignment with project and company goals.

Requirements

7–10+ years of progressive procurement or purchasing experience, with significant leadership responsibility in the construction industry.
2+ years of hands-on commodity buying experience within mechanical, plumbing, and piping environments.
Proven experience leading and managing offshore teams, including workflow oversight, performance management, and collaboration across time zones.
Demonstrated success in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier management at a senior level.
Strong financial acumen with experience managing budgets and driving cost efficiencies.
Proficiency with ERP systems, procurement platforms, and Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.