Purchasing Manager
$100,000–$125,000 year
On-siteMonroeville, New Jersey, United States
Job Summary
Develop and execute the Rain for Rent procurement strategy to reduce operating costs, improve vendor performance, and align purchasing activity with corporate financial goals. Lead vendor negotiations for pricing, rebates, payment terms, service levels, warranties, and contract protections to deliver measurable cost savings. Analyze spend data, purchasing trends, vendor utilization, and category performance to identify savings opportunities and track procurement results. Partner with operations, finance, fleet, facilities, and branch leadership to understand purchasing needs, standardize requirements, and support business continuity. Manage supplier relationships, including vendor scorecards, performance reviews, issue resolution, and continuous improvement initiatives. Coordinate regional sourcing initiatives for high-spend categories such as equipment, parts, fleet services, facilities, fuel, logistics, supplies, and professional services. Prepare procurement savings reports, vendor performance updates, and executive summaries for divisional and corporate leadership. At Rain for Rent, we move water as the leading provider of temporary liquid handling solutions, recognized for systems engineering expertise and cost-effective problem solving.
Required Qualifications
- Strong experience in procurement, supply chain management, and supplier relations
- Extensive knowledge in Contract Management, RFQs, RFPs, and vendor negotiations
- Proficiency in ERP systems
- Strong knowledge of Pumps, Tanks, and Filtration
- Familiarity with inventory management practices, including lead times, sourcing, and reordering cycles
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)
- Proficiency in collaboration tools like Microsoft Teams and Zoom
- Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Distribution, Engineering, or a related field
- A minimum of eight (8) years' related purchasing experience and/or training
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