Purchasing Manager

Inspired HR•Calgary, AB

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Executive Millwork is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead their procurement and materials management functions. This is a hands-on role where the individual will be responsible for the entire purchasing process and will eventually help build a small team. The Purchasing Manager will collaborate with Senior Project Managers, Operations, and the shop floor to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of materials. The ideal candidate will possess a proactive approach, actively seeking cost savings, challenging material takeoffs, and identifying better suppliers.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement or purchasing, preferably within the millwork, cabinetry, manufacturing, or construction industries.
Demonstrated strong negotiation skills, with the ability to achieve cost savings while maintaining positive supplier relationships.
Experience entering purchase orders into an accounting or ERP system.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
A proactive, organized, and business-minded approach to operations.

Nice To Haves

Direct experience with millwork or cabinetry materials.
Familiarity with ERP systems such as INNERGY, Great Plains, or QuickBooks.
Ability to read shop drawings and blueprints, utilizing tools like Bluebeam PDF Viewer.
Background in LEAN or continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience leading or building a small team.

Responsibilities

Manage day-to-day purchasing activities, including creating purchase orders, following up with suppliers, expediting orders, and coordinating deliveries.
Source and negotiate with suppliers for various materials such as sheet goods (MDF, particleboard, laminates), cabinet hardware (hinges, pulls, slides), and shop consumables (glues, adhesives, finishing supplies).
Challenge Project Manager takeoffs when material quantities appear incorrect.
Participate in project hand-off meetings to understand material requirements for long-lead and high-risk projects.
Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships, including conducting annual performance reviews.
Manage material returns and reconcile inventory against job costing.
Track key procurement performance indicators (KPIs) such as cost savings, supplier performance, and lead times.
Monitor and mitigate supply chain risks, including geopolitical shifts, pricing trends, and single-source dependencies.
Assist in developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and improving procurement processes to support team growth.