Purchasing Manager

Location: Brooklyn, NY
Schedule: Full-time, in-office
Salary: $100,000–$130,000 DOE + commission (negotiable)

Position Overview

A growing wholesale distribution company serving construction sites, contractors, and commercial businesses is seeking an experienced Purchaser to manage purchasing activities, negotiate with vendors, and ensure products are sourced at competitive prices while maintaining availability to meet customer demand.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day purchasing and procurement activities.

• Source new vendors, negotiate pricing, and establish strong supplier relationships.

• Review inventory levels and purchasing needs to ensure product availability.

• Process purchase orders and track orders through delivery.

• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, and supplier agreements to improve margins.

• Coordinate with sales, warehouse, and operations teams to meet customer needs.

• Monitor market pricing, product availability, and supplier performance.

• Identify cost-saving opportunities and improve purchasing processes.

• Resolve vendor, pricing, and delivery issues.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain management.

• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to secure competitive pricing.

• Experience working with vendors, distributors, and wholesale suppliers.

• Excellent organizational, analytical, and communication skills.

• Ability to manage multiple orders, suppliers, and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience with inventory management and purchasing systems.

• Construction supply, building materials, or related distribution industry experience is a plus.

The ideal candidate is commercially minded, detail-oriented, and proactive, with a strong understanding of purchasing, vendor relationships, and cost control.