Purchasing Manager

Job Title: Purchasing Manager
Department: Supply Chain
Reports To: Supply Chain Director
FLSA: Exempt
Location: Richmond, VA

Position Summary

The Purchasing Manager leads ColonialWebb’s day-to-day procurement operations while building a strategic sourcing engine that improves pricing, protects lead times, and strengthens vendor performance. This role partners closely with project teams and division leaders to ensure material readiness, elevate purchasing tools and data, and drive consistent execution across New Construction, Special Projects, Industrial, Electrical, and Service divisions.

Who We Are

ColonialWebb is a full-service MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) contractor known for high-quality work, long-term customer relationships, and a people-first culture. We’re built on strong values, a commitment to safety, and a focus on delivering outstanding results for our customers and teammates.

Perks of Joining ColonialWebb

• High-impact, visible role supporting multiple divisions

• Opportunity to build and lead strategic sourcing initiatives

• Collaborative, people-first culture with strong values

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, and more

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (A Day in the Life)

• Review project demand, open purchase orders, lead times, and supplier performance trends

• Partner with project teams during pre-planning to forecast needs and de-risk procurement plans

• Coach and manage Purchasing Specialists, remove roadblocks, and ensure consistent execution across divisions

• Develop and execute a Strategic Sourcing Roadmap leveraging total annual spend to secure preferential pricing and protect lead times

• Resolve supplier escalations to protect schedules and quality

• Oversee procurement functions supporting New Construction, Special Projects, Industrial, Electrical, and Service divisions

• Manage the material takeoff process through the material takeoff team

• Drive improvements in procurement-related software/tools (new and existing)

• Establish and maintain a supplier scorecard program to evaluate and improve vendor performance (quality, delivery, responsiveness)

• Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and market conditions to validate pricing

• Negotiate purchase order terms and conditions with vendors

• Maintain strict adherence to all company safety rules, regulations, procedures, and practices

• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience

• 7 years of purchasing experience

• 3 years of purchasing team management experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills

• Highly organized with strong follow-through and attention to detail

• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and service mindset

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment

• Diplomatic, effective collaborator with internal and external partners

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)

• Professional demeanor with a positive, caring, customer-first approach

• Commitment to safety as the #1 priority

Preferred Qualifications

• Construction or MEP procurement experience (preferred)

EOE Statement

ColonialWebb is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.