Purchasing Manager

Overview: The Purchasing Manager at SERVPRO oversees all procurement activities supporting mitigation and reconstruction operations. This role is responsible for managing vendor relationships, negotiating pricing, and ensuring timely, cost-effective purchasing of materials, equipment, and services. The Purchasing Manager plays a critical role in maintaining project profitability—especially for reconstruction jobs—by aligning purchasing strategies with budgets, timelines, and quality standards. Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and maintain relationships with vendors, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Source, evaluate, and onboard new vendors to ensure quality, reliability, and competitive pricing
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts to maximize cost savings and support gross profit goals
• Create, review, and track purchase orders to ensure accuracy and timely delivery of materials
• Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and operations teams to align purchasing with project scopes and budgets
• Monitor material costs and market trends to proactively manage expenses
• Support gross profit targets on reconstruction jobs through strategic purchasing and cost control
• Resolve vendor issues, including delays, quality concerns, and billing discrepancies
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing agreements, and vendor performance
• Ensure compliance with company policies, insurance requirements, and industry standards
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs
• Assist with inventory management and material forecasting as needed Qualifications (optional to include):
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management (construction or restoration industry preferred)
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Knowledge of construction materials, estimating, and job costing
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment