Purchasing Manager

Congruex • Columbus, CA

6h

About The Position

This role is responsible for supporting procurement operations within a designated operational region. This role ensures timely and cost-effective sourcing, purchasing, and delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment needed for construction, maintenance, or service activities. The Purchasing Manager works closely with field teams, project managers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure procurement activities align with operational needs, company policies, and budget requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered.
• 2–5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain—preferably in construction, utilities, telecom, or field services industries.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with suppliers and field teams.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office tools.
• Demonstrable experience in the market and familiarity with local suppliers and sourcing channels.
• An analytical mind with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• Working knowledge of purchasing systems and ERP tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Coupa).
• Knowledge of industry- specific regulations and compliance requirements.
• Relevant certification in procurement, supply chain or lean management.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Strong skills in budgeting, cost optimization and negotiation techniques.
• Knowledge of vendor management and inventory management systems.
• Experience with global sourcing, logistics and supply chain best practices.

Responsibilities

• Initiate and manage Purchase Orders based on requisitions from regional teams. Ensure proper pricing, lead times, and quantities are met according to project or operational needs.
• Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotes, confirm availability, and track delivery status. Escalate and resolve supply issues as needed.
• Act as the primary purchasing contact for field and project teams in the region. Support urgent and planned procurement needs.
• Ensure all procurement activity follows internal purchasing policies, including contract compliance, preferred vendor usage, and documentation standards.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, deliveries, and order statuses. Use procurement systems (SAP Concur, Levelpath, and Fishbowl) to ensure visibility and traceability.
• Collaborate with warehouse or yard teams to understand stock levels and reduce duplicate or excess orders.
• Support cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for volume purchasing, vendor consolidation, and alternative materials.
• Contribute to process improvement by identifying procurement inefficiencies and suggesting system or procedural updates.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees