Purchasing/Procurement Manager

NORTHEASTERN SUPPLY INC•Rosedale, MD

5d•$90,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing/Procurement Manager is responsible for the day-to-day execution of all purchasing activities across the company's 38 branch locations and central distribution center. This role manages vendor relationships, purchase order flow, inventory replenishment, cost management, and rebate programs to ensure product availability, competitive cost of goods, and efficient inventory levels across all locations.

Requirements

5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or supply chain experience in wholesale or industrial distribution
Demonstrated experience managing vendor relationships and negotiating supplier contracts or pricing programs
Proficiency with distribution ERP systems and Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis)
Solid understanding of inventory management principles: reorder points, safety stock, lead time, and turnover
Strong organizational and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Nice To Haves

Experience in plumbing, HVAC, PVF, or building materials distribution preferred
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred
CPSM, CPP, or equivalent procurement certification a plus

Responsibilities

Issue and manage purchase orders across all product categories in alignment with inventory targets and sales demand
Monitor open orders, expedite critical items and stockouts, and resolve supplier delivery issues proactively
Maintain accurate item costs, lead times, and minimum order quantities in the ERP system
Coordinate with the distribution center to ensure inbound shipments are received, reconciled, and processed accurately
Work with Accounts Payable and Controller to ensure purchase order accuracy
Serve as the primary day-to-day contact for key suppliers and manufacturers in the plumbing, PVF, and waterworks categories
Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and program participation (rebates, co-op, stocking programs) with supplier representatives
Evaluate supplier performance on fill rates, on-time delivery, and quality; escalate issues as needed
Identify and onboard new suppliers to support product line expansion or supply chain redundancy
Manage replenishment parameters including demand forecasting, safety stock, and reorder points to maintain optimal inventory levels across locations
Analyze slow-moving and excess inventory; develop and execute return, transfer, or liquidation strategies
Partner with branch managers and sales to forecast seasonal demand and support special order management
Conduct regular inventory accuracy reviews and support cycle count programs
Maintain cost accuracy in pricing systems and ensure cost changes are communicated to sales and pricing teams promptly
Support gross margin analysis by tracking landed cost, freight, and rebate impact on product profitability
Produce regular purchasing and inventory KPI reports: fill rates, turns, GMROI, purchase variance, and supplier scorecards
Identify process inefficiencies in the procurement cycle and recommend improvements; support ERP and data integrity initiatives
Support implementation of purchasing policies, approval workflows, and compliance standards
Work closely with sales, operations, and branch managers to align procurement activities with business objectives
Adhere to all rules and regulations set forth in the Employee Handbook
Other duties as assigned