Purchasing Manager (Indy Equipment and Supply)

DiGeronimo Companies•Independence, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Indy Equipment and Supply is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations across our three locations. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end supply chain—from scouting new product lines and negotiating high-level vendor contracts to maintaining precision in our inventory levels. The ideal candidate is a "proactive negotiator" who can balance data-driven inventory management with the interpersonal skills needed to manage vendor relationships and train store teams. Indy Equipment & Supply is a one-stop shop for construction contractors. Whether it supplies, equipment rental, service, or aggregates, your partners at Indy have the knowledge and expertise to help our loyal customers get the job done right!

Requirements

3–5+ years in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management (Retail or Multi-unit experience preferred).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Strong ability to interpret data and inventory metrics.
Proven track record of successfully negotiating terms and pricing with suppliers.
Strong understanding of inventory "Min/Max" logic and cycle counting procedures.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for vendor meetings and internal training.

Responsibilities

Act as the primary point of contact for existing vendors and aggressively scout new suppliers to expand product offerings.
Lead negotiations on product pricing and payment terms (including discount terms for early payment) to maximize profitability.
Conduct ongoing research into new product lines and monitor competitor pricing to ensure our stores remain market leaders.
Manage and approve the issuance and receiving of all Purchase Orders (POs).
Utilize inventory management software to establish stock levels.
Monitor stock across all three sites, coordinating transfers to ensure inventory is balanced based on demand.
Partner with the Accounts Payable department to ensure timely vendor payments and maintain a healthy credit standing.
Coordinate and review weekly/monthly cycle counts and lead the comprehensive year-end physical inventory process.
Regularly review purchase history to identify opportunities for volume-based pricing brackets.
Empower store-level staff by training them on purchasing protocols and delegating routine orders to improve operational efficiency.
Directly train and supervise employees involved in the receiving and purchasing process.