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Purchasing Manager
PRICE INDUSTRIES INC —Winder, GA
- Full-time
- 7 years
- ERP systems
- Master's degree
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Purchasing Manager
Price Industries —Winder, GA
- Full-time
- 7 years
- ERP systems
- Master's degree
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Purchasing Manager

PRICE INDUSTRIES INC -
Winder, GA

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Job Details

Full-time

Qualifications

Cost management
ERP systems
Practicing in a supply chain operations role
Contract management in manufacturing
Managing procurement teams
Bachelor's degree
Supply chain management solutions (enterprise solutions)
Procurement cost reduction targets
Vendor relationship management
Contracts
Negotiating purchasing contracts
Vendor contract management
Cost reduction analysis
Lean management
Part sourcing

Full Job Description

Price Industries Inc. is seeking a Purchasing Manager for our growing US office and manufacturing facility located in Winder, GA. This position will oversee and lead all procurement activities for Price Industries, ensuring materials, equipment, and services are sourced at the right cost, quality, and delivery to support production and operational goals. This is a hands-on leadership role where the Purchasing Manager will also function as a working buyer, directly managing purchasing activities while mentoring and training new buyers on systems, processes, and supplier management.
Responsibilities

Develop and implement purchasing strategies to support production, engineering, and corporate goals.
Serve as a working buyer, handling daily procurement activities, placing purchase orders, managing supplier communications, and ensuring timely material availability.
Train, coach, and develop new buyers, with a focus on IFS ERP system proﬁciency and best practices in purchasing.
Manage supplier relationships, performance, and contracts to ensure reliability, quality, and cost-effectiveness.
Negotiate pricing, terms, and long-term agreements with key vendors.
Collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Finance to forecast demand and align purchasing plans with production schedules.
Identify and qualify new suppliers to reduce risk and improve supply chain resilience.
Monitor inventory levels, lead times, and material shortages; proactively address potential disruptions.
Drive cost savings and process improvements through supplier development and continuous improvement initiatives.
Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and regulatory requirements.
Prepare reports and KPIs for leadership, highlighting purchasing performance, cost savings, and supplier risks.

Qualiﬁcations

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related ﬁeld (Master’s preferred).
7+ years of progressive purchasing/supply chain experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
Proven track record of cost reduction, supplier development, and strategic sourcing.
Hands-on buyer experience with strong ERP knowledge (IFS experience strongly preferred).
Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

Preferred Skills

Experience in manufacturing, HVAC, or industrial equipment industries.
Certiﬁcation such as CPM, CPSM, or APICS.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, result-driven environment.

PI123

We are the leading provider of non-residential air distribution products across North America. We are committed to nurturing passionate and adaptable individuals who will play pivotal roles in shaping our future. After 75 years, Price remains a privately held family company with a deep heritage and commitment to innovation and service, and social responsibility. Our long-standing vision, values, and the Price way of doing business are the cornerstones of our company.

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

THIRD PARTY RECRUITING AGENCIES

Please be advised that Price Industries is NOT currently engaging third-party recruiting services. Any resumes submitted without a signed contract dated on or after January 2025 AND specifically engaged for a specific search from Price Industries' Human Resources department will be considered the property of Price Industries, with no fee obligation. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in this matter

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