Purchasing Manager

4 weeks ago


Madison, United States Monona Plumbing and Fire Protection, Inc Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Job Summary
Support company operations through the efficient and cost effective buying of materials and services.

Job Responsibilities
• Implement new inventory management system.
• Evaluate and assess current processes and procedures.
• Create and manage purchase orders for materials.
• Source materials and negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers.
• Monitor and expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of purchase orders and inventory status.
• Coordinate with project teams to provide material information and support.
• Resolve issues with suppliers, including order errors and invoice discrepancies.
• Interface with both office and field staff to communicate material status and delivery updates.
• Establish and maintain relationships with vendors to ensure favorable pricing and service.
• Utilize purchasing and inventory software to manage inventory and interface with cost accounting.
• Stay updated on market trends and developments in materials and supply markets.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical or business degree or equivalent combination of knowledge and/or experience to include material purchasing and expediting and experience in or exposure to the construction industry.
• 5+ years of experience to include material purchasing and expediting and experience in or exposure to the plumbing or construction industry.
• Extensive and full suite of product knowledge related to Plumbing and Fire Protection
• Extensive Vendor/Supplier knowledge
• Solid understanding of purchasing techniques
• Experience using Sage 300 CRE

Who we are
We are a family oriented company with a culture of collaboration and teamwork. We promote a work environment in which lasting relationships are built and hard work and fun go hand in hand.

We are committed to consistently delivering exceptional experiences to our customers and team members. Our goal is to stand out from the competition by providing our customers and team members with the very best. We do this through our people. We believe the right people make all of the difference. Each and every employee provides a unique role in enhancing our services and exceeding our customers’ expectations.

Our Values
Monona looks for employees who live their life, love their work, are personally accountable and go beyond what is required. Everything we do, and the way in which we do it, is aligned with our core values. Quality craftsmanship, customer service, and safety are at the core of who we are.

Live Your Life; Love Your Work.
Working hard and having fun is at the core of who we are. We strive to create an environment in which hard work and flexibility go hand in hand.

Create Enduring Relationships.
We value our customers and team members and do not take them for granted. We work cooperatively and respectfully and exercise a willingness to be helpful and supportive.

Be Personally Accountable.
We follow through on our commitments and deliver on our promises. We take responsibility for our actions and mistakes.

Do the Right Thing.
We act with integrity and focus on being honest, fair, and ethical. Quality craftsmanship, customer service, and safety are integral to who we are and how we accomplish our work.

Show Respect for Others.
We believe in honesty and treating people fairly and with respect. We listen to our employees, customers, business partners, and the community.

Remain Humble.
We are one team; our success is collective, not individual. We are quietly confident and let our actions speak louder than our words.

What we offer

At Monona Plumbing & Fire Protection, our employees are our greatest asset. We value our employees by committing to providing a comprehensive benefits package to support their well-being and success.

Here's a brief overview of the benefits available to you as an employee (non-union):

  • Health & Wellness
    • Health Insurance with Group Health Cooperative (GHC), Dental & Vision
    • Employer-Paid Life Insurance
    • Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
    • Voluntary insurance options, such as: short term disability, long term disability, critical illness, voluntary accident
  • Financial Stability
    • Competitive Pay
    • Retirement Savings 401(k) with Employer Matching
    • Rewards and recognition
  • Work-Life Balance
    • 8 Paid Holidays
    • PTO Policy
    • Work with a values-driven and close-knit team
    • Regular company & team events

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