Procurement Manager

Symons Fire Protection, Inc.•San Diego, CA

3d•$100,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly organized and strategic Procurement Manager to oversee our complete end-to-end material, shop, and fleet operations at our San Diego headquarters. In this pivotal role, you will lead and integrate these core functions: Purchasing, Warehouse Operations, the Fabrication/Pre-fab Shop, and Delivery Drivers. Your primary goal is to ensure project materials are delivered accurately, safely, on time, and within budget.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or equivalent industry experience.
At least 5 years of experience in supply chain, logistics, warehouse management or industrial distribution, ideally within the construction, trades, or fire protection industries.
Proficiency in the "Operational Hand-Off," including receiving, inspecting, logging, and kitting materials by job number.
Proven track record of managing cross-functional teams, including purchasing and warehouse staff while maintaining professional, peer-level relationships with other department heads.
High proficiency with inventory management software, ERP/MRP systems, and fleet telematics platforms.
Strong understanding of San Diego transport logistics, DOT regulations, and CA vehicle compliance laws.

Nice To Haves

CPIM (Certified in Planning and Inventory Management) or CSCP (Certified Supply Chain Professional) is preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage supplier and manufacturer relationships to secure competitive pricing on all components needed: such as lifts, tools, pipes, valves, fittings, and fire alarm components.
Utilize Material Requirements Planning (MRP) strategies to align order placements with upcoming commercial and residential project timelines, as well as warehouse inventory.
Review purchase orders, audit vendor invoices, and manage the procurement budget to minimize project variances.
Oversee the reception, staging, and tracking of raw materials and finished goods to eliminate stockouts and reduce carrying costs.
Maintaining 100% stock accuracy through rigorous cycle counting and organized bin locations.
Implement the "5S" methodology (Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) to maximize space utilization, picking efficiency, and accuracy and maintain a clean, safe, and efficient warehouse.
Enforce strict safety protocols, Cal/OSHA standards, and proper material-handling equipment operations.
Coordinate with project managers and shop leads to prioritize the cutting, threading, and welding of fire sprinkler piping.
Pre-assembling and staging material "kits" by project or job number to minimize crew downtime.
Oversee the receiving dock to verify all incoming shipments against Packing Slips and Purchase Orders. Ensure all fabricated components meet engineering blueprints, NFPA codes, and rigid internal quality metrics.
Manage shop labor capacity, tools, and consumables to optimize daily fabrication throughput.
Providing proactive updates to Field Supervisors when materials arrive and coordinating logistics to meet production schedules.
Oversee the scheduling and dispatching of delivery drivers to various job sites across San Diego and broader Southern California.
Ensure vehicles are loaded efficiently and safely, securing heavy pipes and fragile electronic alarm components.
Monitor delivery turnaround times, fuel efficiency, and field-delivery feedback.

Benefits

401(k) + Company Matching
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and AD&D Insurance, including FREE Employee Only premium for SIMNSA and Kaiser Permanente Bronze Base medical plans.
Vacation, Paid Holidays, Birthday Holiday, and Sick Pay
Discretionary Bonus Program
A management team that actively cares about your professional development
Company Celebrations (i.e., summer picnic, holiday events)
Employee Referral Program
FREE Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
FREE Onsite Gym
FREE premium coffee and snacks