Purchasing/Procurement Manager

NORTHEASTERN SUPPLY INC•Rosedale, MD

1d•$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 and lead time performance, purchase order flow, inventory replenishment, cost management, and rebate programs to ensure product availability, competitive cost of goods, and efficient inventory levels. The Purchasing Manager works closely with the sales & operations leadership, and branch managers to align procurement activities with business objectives. This position is primarily office-based at the company's Baltimore home office with periodic travel to branch locations and the distribution center. Standard business hours apply; occasional flexibility may be required during peak purchasing cycles or supplier events.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

Experience in the plumbing, HVAC, PVF, or building materials wholesale distribution industry
Familiarity with plumbing product lines and manufacturer programs (e.g., Watts, Viega, Mueller, A.O. Smith, Nibco, or similar)
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
CPSM, CPP, or equivalent procurement certification
Experience supporting multi-location or multi-branch distribution operations

Responsibilities

Issue and manage purchase orders across all product categories in alignment with inventory targets and sales demand
Monitor open orders, expedite critical items (un-allocatable items / stockouts of A & B Items), 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
Works 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 (forecasting demand, 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
Coordinate annual cost updates and price sheet negotiations with supplier reps
Produce regular purchasing and inventory KPI reports: fill rates, turns, GMROI, purchase variance, and supplier scorecard metrics
Identify process inefficiencies in the procurement cycle and recommend improvements
Support implementation of purchasing policies, approval workflows, and compliance standards
Assist in ERP system improvements, data integrity projects, and technology initiatives related to procurement