Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or related field; equivalent experience considered.
5+ years of experience in purchasing, supply planning, inventory management, or hose operations.
Proven leadership experience in coaching or supervising procurement or operations teams.
Strong knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and inventory-planning principles.
Experience in a multi-branch distribution environment is preferred.
Advanced analytical skills and proficiency in Excel.
Excellent communication and organizational skills, with a focus on cross-functional collaboration.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the tactical buying team for branch replenishment, setting clear expectations and performance measures.
Ensure timely and accurate execution of purchase orders and supplier communications.
Collaborate with the Director of Supply Chain to implement the S&OP process, translating demand plans into actionable supply plans.
Align demand and supply planning cycles with Sales, Operations, Finance, and Strategic Sourcing to identify risks and ensure smooth execution.
Manage material availability and fulfillment performance while minimizing excess and obsolete inventory.
Execute replenishment strategies to support product availability and working-capital objectives.
Maintain and improve ERP/MRP planning parameters and monitor supplier performance metrics.
Benefits
Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
Engagement in strategic supply chain initiatives.
Supportive leadership focused on team growth and performance.
Access to advanced planning and procurement tools.
Full Job Description
Position Summary
We are seeking a strategic, detail-oriented leader to serve as Procurement Manager . This position leads tactical buying team in the U.S. and Canadian branches. Reporting to the Director of Supply Chain, this role leads the buying team and translates demand and product strategies into practical supply plans that support product availability, customer fulfillment, inventory health, and working-capital goals.
Duties and Responsibilities
Lead, coach, and develop the tactical buying team responsible for branch replenishment; establish clear expectations, performance measures, and development plans.
Ensure timely, accurate execution of purchase orders, supplier communication, follow-up, and exception management.
Partner with the Director of Supply Chain to implement and support Echelon's S&OP process, leading the supply-planning component by translating approved demand plans into actionable supply and inventory plans.
Work closely with Sales, Operations, Finance, and Strategic Sourcing to align demand and supply planning cycles, identify risks, and ensure effective handoffs to execution.
Ensure material availability and fulfillment performance while minimizing excess, obsolete, and slow-moving inventory.
Execute replenishment strategies that support product availability, branch service levels, and working-capital objectives.
Maintain and improve ERP/MRP planning parameters, including lead times, reorder points, min/max levels, safety stock, order quantities, and material master data.
Monitor supplier lead times, capacity constraints, fill rates, stockouts, inventory turns, aging inventory, and branch-level inventory health; escalate service-level risks as appropriate.
Identify and implement process, system, reporting, and data-quality improvements that strengthen planning and procurement workflows.
Maintain productive supplier relationships that support availability, service, and cost objectives.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
Five or more years of progressive experience in purchasing, supply planning, inventory management, or hose operations.
Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, or supervising a buying, procurement, planning, or operations team.
Strong working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and inventory-planning principles.
Experience in a multi-branch distribution environment preferred.
Strong analytical skills and advanced Excel proficiency.
Excellent communication, organization, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
