Director of Purchasing

Job Title: Director of Purchasing

Department: Finance

Location: Onsite/ Hybrid

Reports to: Chief Financial Officer, with a dotted line to President

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: Monday -Friday (40 hours per week)

Pay Range: $165,000 -$180,000 per year

Company Overview

Charles D. Sheehy is a trusted leader in the PVF (Pipe, Valve, and Fittings) industry, delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our customers. We pride ourselves on operational excellence, strong vendor partnerships, and a commitment to innovation. Join our team and help shape the future of industrial distribution.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

·       Competitive Pay and benefits package

·       Hybrid Work flexibility

·       Opportunity to lead a critical function with growth potential

·       Generous Paid Time Off

Summary

We are seeking a Director of Purchasing to lead our procurement strategy and ensure goods and services are sourced efficiently, cost-effectively, and in compliance with company standards. This role oversees vendor relationships, negotiates contracts, and manages a team of purchasing professionals to support organizational goals.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management

·      Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with approved manufacturers and suppliers.

·      Negotiate pricing, terms, rebates, and service agreements to support company profitability.

·      Monitor vendor performance in quality, delivery, reliability, and responsiveness.

Inventory & Demand Management

·      Maintain optimal inventory levels by analyzing usage trends, lead times, and sales forecasts.

·      Manage replenishment processes for stock and non-stock items.

·      Minimize back orders and surplus inventory through proactive planning.

Purchase Order Execution

·      Oversee team creating and managing purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely fulfillment.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

·      Work closely with sales teams to support customer inquiries, quotes, and special-order items.

·      Coordinate with warehouse and operations teams to ensure smooth inbound logistics.

·      Support finance with vendor invoice reconciliation and credit/returns processes.

Market & Product Knowledge

·      Stay current on PVF industry trends, product specifications, and supplier offerings.

·      Monitor pricing changes, commodity markets, and supply chain disruptions.

Data & Reporting

·      Track KPIs such as fill rates, inventory turns, cost savings, and vendor performance.

·      Maintain accurate purchasing and product data in ERP systems.

Required Qualifications:

·      Experience in PVF, industrial distribution, construction supply, or related fields.

·      Strong negotiation, communication, and vendor-relationship management skills.

·      Proficiency with ERP systems and inventory management systems.

·      Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.

·      Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

·      Must be confident, able to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders and interested in being innovative.

·      Organized, role up your sleeves attitude detail oriented. 

·      Financial acumen and cost-control expertise.

·      Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.