Purchasing Manager

Servpro•Evans, GA

About The Position

The Purchasing Manager at SERVPRO oversees all procurement activities supporting mitigation and reconstruction operations. This role is responsible for managing vendor relationships, negotiating pricing, and ensuring timely, cost-effective purchasing of materials, equipment, and services. The Purchasing Manager plays a critical role in maintaining project profitability—especially for reconstruction jobs—by aligning purchasing strategies with budgets, timelines, and quality standards.

Requirements

Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management (construction or restoration industry preferred)
Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
Knowledge of construction materials, estimating, and job costing
Excellent organizational and communication abilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Responsibilities

Manage and maintain relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers
Source, evaluate, and onboard new vendors to ensure quality, reliability, and competitive pricing
Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to maximize cost savings and support gross profit goals
Create, review, and track purchase orders to ensure accuracy and timely delivery of materials
Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and operations teams to align purchasing with project scopes and budgets
Monitor material costs and market trends to proactively manage expenses
Support gross profit targets on reconstruction jobs through strategic purchasing and cost control
Resolve vendor issues, including delays, quality concerns, and billing discrepancies
Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing agreements, and vendor performance
Ensure compliance with company policies, insurance requirements, and industry standards
Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs
Assist with inventory management and material forecasting as needed