Job Description

Purchasing Manager:

General Responsibilities

At L&S Mechanical, our Purchasing Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of procurement strategies, supplier relations, and inventory management. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset and a proven track record of optimizing purchasing processes to drive efficiency and cost savings for the organization. Responsibilities may include but not be limited to the following:

• Developing and implementing procurement strategies and policies for cost optimization and enhancing supply chain efficiency.
• Identifying, evaluating and selecting suppliers based on quality, reliability and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure favorable pricing, payment terms and mutually beneficial agreements.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and align purchasing activities with organizational goals.
• Conducting market research and analysis to stay updated on industry trends, supplier capabilities and pricing fluctuations.
• Monitoring upcoming project procurement needs for potential bulk buy opportunities.
• Managing supplier relationships, including ongoing performance evaluation, issue resolution and fostering long-term partnerships.
• Monitoring inventory levels, analyzing demand patterns and implementing inventory management strategies to manage stock levels and avoid shortages or excesses.
• Drafting, explaining and implementing instructions, policies and procedures for purchasing and contract management.
• Resolving grievances with vendors, contractors and suppliers.
• Maintaining and/or implementing purchasing and recordkeeping systems, including maintenance of all vendor negotiated discount structures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a procurement role, managing supplier/trade partner relationships, preferably in the new residential construction industry.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a management role leading a team of direct reports
• Must have project management capabilities and knowledge of financial management.
• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analysis.
• Ability to build/maintain strong cross-functional relationships and lead/influence change
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven negotiation skills.
• Must be proactive, organized and results oriented with a high commitment to the business.
• Proficient with MS Excel and Power BI

About L&S Mechanical

L&S Mechanical began as a Dallas-based contractor in 1985 and has grown over the years to have five locations out of Dallas, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and Austin. Over the past thirty years, we have become known as the premier provider of new home construction in the plumbing industry. In the last 10 years, we have added HVAC and electrical services to now offer the Tri-Trade Solution℠. We pride ourselves on having some of the most highly trained technicians in the industry. After delivering over 100,000 homes across the US, we know what builders and contractors are looking for; and we take that knowledge to all the homeowners we serve as well. From start to closing, we deliver excellence at every stage of the way.

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