Purchasing Manager

Purchasing Manager

Join Our Team at Convoy – Where Your Career Builds as Strong as Our Materials!

Founded in 1972, Convoy is North America’s trusted distributor of top-tier construction materials. With over 40 locations in US and Canada, we’ve grown into a leader in the industry, but we never forget the core values that got us here: exceptional products, outstanding customer service, and a genuine commitment to helping our customers thrive.

At Convoy, we don’t just offer jobs – we offer career-building opportunities. Here, you’ll be part of a dynamic, supportive, and fun environment where your voice matters, your growth is a priority, and success is something we all share.

We’re looking for passionate individuals who want to make an impact, bring fresh ideas, and be part of a team that values integrity, hard work, and collaboration. Whether you’re just starting your career or looking for your next challenge, Convoy is the place to build something meaningful – for yourself, for our customers, and for your future.

Why Convoy Supply?

• Growth Opportunities: We believe in developing our people and offering them the chance to advance.
• Teamwork at Its Best: Success isn’t just about individual effort – it’s about what we achieve together.
• Commitment to Safety: Your well-being is a top priority, every day.
• Comprehensive & Competitive Benefits: Robust benefits package designed to support you and your family’s health and well-being, and peace of mind, which also include:
• Employee Assistance Programs and Telemedicine Services
• Retirement saving plans
• Employee referral bonuses
• Paid training and development
• Paid time off (vacation, sick time and company-paid holidays)
• Short- and Long-term disability coverage

If you're driven to make an impact, build strong relationships, and contribute to something that matters — Convoy Supply is the place for you. Ready to roll up your sleeves and be part of something bigger? We’d love to meet you. Join us and help shape the future of construction, one delivery at a time.

Summary

The Purchasing Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing the company’s purchasing and vendor management functions to support operational efficiency, inventory accuracy, and cost control across all branches. This role oversees procurement processes, vendor relationships, pricing programs, and purchasing policies while ensuring products, pricing, and vendor information are accurately maintained within company systems. The Purchasing Manager partners closely with Sales, Operations, Inventory, Finance, and Branch leadership teams to support business performance and strategic purchasing initiatives.

Responsibilities

Purchasing & Procurement Management

• Oversee daily purchasing activities to ensure timely and cost-effective procurement of products and materials.
• Monitor branch purchasing activity and identify unusual spending trends, pricing discrepancies, or purchasing concerns.
• Ensure purchasing practices align with company policies, operational needs, and budget expectations.
• Support continuous improvement of procurement processes and purchasing efficiencies.
  Vendor Management & Relations
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to support service quality, competitive pricing, and issue resolution.
• Review and approve new vendor setup requests, including assessment of business need, credit requirements, and product alignment.
• Maintain vendor information, agreements, and purchasing terms within company systems.
• Coordinate and manage vendor allocation programs across branches.
  Pricing & Cost Management
• Maintain accurate vendor pricing and landed costs within company systems.
• Communicate pricing updates and cost changes to Branch Managers, Inventory, and Accounts Payable teams.
• Collaborate with Sales and Branch Managers to establish and maintain vendor pricing structures and customer programs.
• Monitor purchasing costs and support cost-control initiatives across the business.
  Product & Inventory Administration
• Review and approve new product code setup requests to ensure accuracy of product descriptions, classifications, pricing, and costing.
• Develop and maintain vendor and product line metrics to support purchasing consistency and reporting.
• Monitor inventory levels and purchasing trends to support inventory availability and replenishment planning.
• Ensure data integrity within purchasing and inventory systems.
  Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Partner with Sales, Operations, Inventory, Finance, and Branch leadership teams to support operational and business objectives.
• Provide purchasing-related guidance and support to branches and internal stakeholders.
• Support company initiatives and process improvements related to procurement, inventory, and vendor management.

Requirements

• University degree or college diploma in Business Administration or a related field.
• Experience in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management preferred.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and reporting abilities.
• Effective leadership and relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage budgets and multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong understanding of purchasing processes and market trends.
• Adaptable and detail-oriented.