Summertown Metals
Purchasing Agent
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Summertown Metals
Position Overview We are seeking a
Senior Purchaser
to join our growing Purchasing Department. This individual will play a key leadership role in sourcing the best pricing and materials for special‑order and project‑specific items. The ideal candidate is experienced, detail‑oriented, and skilled at negotiating with vendors while maintaining efficiency and alignment with company processes.
Key Responsibilities
Source and secure the most competitive pricing and lead times for special‑order materials.
Oversee and support a small team of purchasing agents, providing guidance and accountability.
Review, refine, and enforce departmental purchasing processes to ensure consistency and accuracy.
Collaborate with project managers, sales teams, and vendors to meet delivery and budget goals.
Monitor vendor performance and build strong, long‑term supplier relationships.
Assist with cost analysis, process improvements, and purchasing strategy development.
Qualifications
5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in construction or building materials (preferred).
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Proven leadership ability with a focus on team development and accountability.
Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
Familiarity with ERP or purchasing software is a plus.
Benefits Full‑time position with benefits including medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, STD, LTD, life, 401K, vacation, and PTO.
Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries: Wholesale Building Materials
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Summertown Metals
Position Overview We are seeking a
Senior Purchaser
to join our growing Purchasing Department. This individual will play a key leadership role in sourcing the best pricing and materials for special‑order and project‑specific items. The ideal candidate is experienced, detail‑oriented, and skilled at negotiating with vendors while maintaining efficiency and alignment with company processes.
Key Responsibilities
Source and secure the most competitive pricing and lead times for special‑order materials.
Oversee and support a small team of purchasing agents, providing guidance and accountability.
Review, refine, and enforce departmental purchasing processes to ensure consistency and accuracy.
Collaborate with project managers, sales teams, and vendors to meet delivery and budget goals.
Monitor vendor performance and build strong, long‑term supplier relationships.
Assist with cost analysis, process improvements, and purchasing strategy development.
Qualifications
5+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in construction or building materials (preferred).
Strong negotiation and communication skills.
Proven leadership ability with a focus on team development and accountability.
Excellent organizational and problem‑solving skills.
Familiarity with ERP or purchasing software is a plus.
Benefits Full‑time position with benefits including medical, dental, vision, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, STD, LTD, life, 401K, vacation, and PTO.
Additional Information
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Purchasing and Supply Chain
Industries: Wholesale Building Materials
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