VP Purchasing

LHH Recruitment Solutions is seeking a highly experienced VP Purchasing & Inventory to lead our procurement efforts. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining relationships with key material vendors, ensuring vendor service levels meet company standards.

• Develop and implement strategic procurement plans to optimize purchasing processes and reduce costs.
• Lead negotiations with vendors to secure rebates and favorable pricing terms.
• Collaborate with the accounting/finance department to track rebates and deals.
• Utilize our buying power to cost-effectively purchase items across the enterprise.
• Support the sales team with customer job buys and associated pricing.
• Ensure the HQ Buying and HQ Pricing teams follow best practices and provide value to the company.
• Influence both HQ and local branch replenishment via the buying SOP.
• Monitor companywide KPI metrics such as inventory levels, turnover rates, aged inventory, and minimum/maximum settings.
• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to utilize co-op funds effectively.
• Maintain and establish list prices and price levels in coordination with market factors and zones.
• Oversee the maintenance and setup of customer assignments to price levels.
• Communicate company-wide preferred product sales and prioritize certain vendor items.
• Communicate product information such as cost increases and design changes as needed.
• Work with sales to support product sales and associated gross margins by branch.

• Bachelor's degree or related work experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office, including Excel and Pivot Tables/Vlook Ups.
• Background in building materials or construction required.

Work Details: Full-time, onsite employment. Salary: $250,000-$275,000 per year.

Equal Opportunity Employer: LHH Recruitment Solutions is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.