Purchasing Manager

Gillette Air Conditioning•San Antonio, TX

40d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Purchasing Manager oversees the material and equipment purchases for the Construction Department at Gillette Air Conditioning. Duties and responsibilities will include creating purchase orders, negotiating pricing, establishing long-term purchasing agreements, and managing the overall supply chain strategy. This position is ideal for individuals familiar with supply chain and the construction industry with a minimum of 3-5 years of relevant purchasing experience.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Microsoft Excel experience
Strong negotiator
Understanding of supply chain and purchasing principles
Strong work ethic and reliability
Ability to solve problems
Ability to pass drug screening
Ability to prove US employment eligibility
Background Check

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with supply chain and the construction industry
Minimum of 3-5 years of relevant purchasing experience

Responsibilities

Manage material purchases for HVAC, Sheetmetal, Piping, and Plumbing trade teams
Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and manufacturers to manage pricing, lead times, and service levels
Create purchase orders that are correctly coded to the correct project, GL account, and phase code for accurate cost accounting
Utilize our warehouse and logistics capabilities to improve supply chain efficiency and maximize cost savings
Conduct pricing analysis for new and existing product lines and lead cost reduction initiatives
Implement standardized pricing agreements and maintain pricing within the ERP system
Develop processes to increase collaboration between field and office personnel as well as improve communication regarding material availability through order acknowledgements and expected delivery dates
Willingness to work as part of a team with Project Managers, Superintendents, Foreman, and Estimators to ensure material and equipment availability
Collaborate with field personnel to ensure material changes or substitutions are in line with our quality standards
Continually looks for ways to improve processes, efficiency, and personal performance
Performs all duties with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction
Supports company efforts to meet production schedules and customer requirements
Communicates professionally with supervisors and team members to resolve issues
Follows all Company safety programs and policies
Uses required PPE at all times when appropriate
Reports unsafe conditions, accidents, or injuries to the Supervisor or Safety Manager immediately
Completes all assigned safety training within required timeframes