Purchasing Manager

Company: HHS Construction, a Congruex company
Location: Columbus
Posted on: February 17, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Job Title: Purchasing Manager Reports To: Vice President, Procurement Wage Type: Salary (Exempt) We will determine pay rate based on skills and experience in relation to the function of the role, as well as equity to employees in the same or similar roles. Job Summary: This role is responsible for supporting procurement operations within a designated operational region. This role ensures timely and cost-effective sourcing, purchasing, and delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment needed for construction, maintenance, or service activities. The Purchasing Manager works closely with field teams, project managers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure procurement activities align with operational needs, company policies, and budget requirements. Job Responsibilities (Including, but not limited to): • Procurement Execution: o Initiate and manage Purchase Orders based on requisitions from regional teams. Ensure proper pricing, lead times, and quantities are met according to project or operational needs. • Vendor Coordination: o Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotes, confirm availability, and track delivery status. Escalate and resolve supply issues as needed. • Field Support: o Act as the primary purchasing contact for field and project teams in the region. Support urgent and planned procurement needs. • Compliance & Documentation: o Ensure all procurement activity follows internal purchasing policies, including contract compliance, preferred vendor usage, and documentation standards. • Reporting & Tracking: o Maintain accurate records of purchases, deliveries, and order statuses. Use procurement systems (SAP Concur, Levelpath, and Fishbowl) to ensure visibility and traceability. • Inventory Awareness: o Collaborate with warehouse or yard teams to understand stock levels and reduce duplicate or excess orders. • Cost & Budget Focus: o Support cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for volume purchasing, vendor consolidation, and alternative materials. • Continuous Improvement: o Contribute to process improvement by identifying procurement inefficiencies and suggesting system or procedural updates. • Performs other duties as assigned. 1600 Pearl St, Suite 300 | Boulder, CO 80302 | www.congruex.com Required Skills & Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred; equivalent experience considered. • 2–5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain—preferably in construction, utilities, telecom, or field services industries. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with suppliers and field teams. • Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment. • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office tools. • Demonstrable experience in the market and familiarity with local suppliers and sourcing channels. • An analytical mind with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. Preferred skills and qualifications: • Working knowledge of purchasing systems and ERP tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Coupa). • Knowledge of industry- specific regulations and compliance requirements. • Relevant certification in procurement, supply chain or lean management. • Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools. • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities. • Strong skills in budgeting, cost optimization and negotiation techniques. • Knowledge of vendor management and inventory management systems. • Experience with global sourcing, logistics and supply chain best practices. Physical Demands & Work Environment: Physical Demands: • Extended periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. • Must be able to occasionally lift up to 15 pounds (e.g., office supplies, packages). • Regular use of hands and fingers to operate computers, printers, and other office equipment. • Visual acuity required for reading documents and computer screens. Work Environment: • Standard office setting with controlled climate. • Noise level is generally low to moderate (e.g., printers, phone calls, conversations). • May require occasional travel for meetings, training, or other business-related activities. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 1600 Pearl St, Suite 300 | Boulder, CO 80302 | www.congruex.com This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor. Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent will possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” employment relationship.

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