PURCHASING MANAGER
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COMPANY OVERVIEW

United Finishes, a subsidiary of Artisan Design Group, or ADG, is a leading supply chain partner to homebuilders throughout the United States. Over 3,000 ADG employees are operating out of 135 facilities in 25 states, providing a full range ofdesign, procurement, and installation services, along with products from the top manufacturers of flooring, cabinets, and countertops. Formed in 2016 by merging two industry leaders, ADG then acquired over 20 additional companies, each a leader in the geography it serves. We are the premier interiorfinishing organization in the United States. Our expansive trajectory has been rapid, and we continue to experience explosive growth thanks to our dedication to high-quality work.

JOB SUMMARY

The Purchasing Manager in the flooring and cabinets industry is a critical role that combines aspects of procurement, product development, and inventory management, with a focus on flooring and cabinet products. This individual is responsible for sourcing materials, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring that high-quality products are available at competitive prices. They also play a key role in product selection, development, and lifecycle management, ensuring the product mix meets current market trends and customer demands. The manager works closely with sales, marketing, and operations teams to forecast demand, manage inventory levels, and develop product promotion and sales strategies. Strong analytical skills, an eye for design trends, and effective negotiation and communication skills are essential for success in this role. This position requires a deep understanding of the flooring and cabinets market, supplier landscape, and customer preferences to drive profitability and growth for the business.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

* Develop and implement purchasing strategies for flooring and cabinet products, ensuring they meet our quality standards and budget requirements.

* Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturers, negotiating contracts to secure advantageous terms.

* Stay current with market trends and new products, identifying opportunities to expand and diversify our product range.

* Collaborate with the marketing and sales teams to ensure product availability aligns with promotional activities and customer demand.

* Manage the floors and cabinet product catalog, including product descriptions, specifications, and pricing, ensuring accuracy and consistency across all marketing channels.

* Work closely with the inventory team to monitor stock levels and forecast future demand, minimizing stockouts and overstock situations.

* Coordinate with the logistics team to ensure timely delivery of products and address any issues that may arise during transportation or storage.

* Implement and oversee quality control measures for incoming products, ensuring they meet our specifications and quality standards.

* Prepare and manage the purchasing budget, providing regular reports on purchasing activities and performance against financial objectives.

* Develop and implement comprehensive product strategies for the flooring and cabinet lines, tailored to meet the needs of B2B customers. This includes market analysis, competitive analysis, and customer needs assessment.

* Oversee the entire product lifecycle from concept through development, launch, maturity, and decline.

* Make data-driven decisions on product enhancements, discontinuations, or expansions.

* Identify and pursue new market opportunities for flooring and cabinet products within the B2B sector.

* Work closely with sales and marketing teams to effectively target and penetrate these markets.

* Build and maintain strong relationships with key B2B clients.

* Understand their needs and challenges to ensure our product offerings meet their expectations and solve their problems.

* Lead cross-functional teams, including design, manufacturing, sales, and marketing, to ensure the successful development and launch of products.

* Ensure all departments are aligned with the product strategy and objectives.

* Support the sales team through product training, creation of sales tools, and direct customer engagement when necessary.

* Ensure the sales team is equipped to communicate our products' value proposition effectively.

* Regularly review product performance against financial goals and customer satisfaction metrics.

* Adjust product strategies based on these insights to maximize profitability and market share.

* Collaborate with supply chain and procurement teams to ensure product availability, cost- effectiveness, and quality control.

* Address any supply chain issues promptly to avoid impact on product delivery.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position carries out supervisory responsibilities per company guidelines, policies and procedures, and applicable laws. Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

* Supervise the purchasing team

Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below represent knowledge, skill, and/or ability. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions.

* Bachelor's degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, preferred but not required.

* Proven experience in purchasing management, ideally within the flooring and cabinet industry.

* Strong negotiation and relationship management skills.

* Excellent organizational and project management abilities.

* Proficient in inventory management software and Microsoft Office Suite.

* Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

* Product management experience, preferably in the flooring and cabinet industry or related B2B sectors.

* Strong understanding of the B2B market dynamics and customer needs.

* Proven track record of managing product lines, launching new products, and achieving market growth.

* Ability to work collaboratively across departments and lead cross-functional teams.

* Strong analytical skills and experience with data-driven decision-making.

* Willingness to travel as needed to meet with customers and suppliers and attend industry events.

* Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here represent those that an employee must meet to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

* This role requires prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer, which involves repetitive hand movements such as typing and using a mouse

* This role may need to visit warehouse facilities, manufacturing plants, or supplier locations, which could involve walking and standing for extended periods.

* Occasionally, there may be a need to lift or move sample products or materials, generally weighing less than 20 pounds.

* Depending on the company's operations and the scope of the role, travel may be required to meet with suppliers, attend trade shows, or visit other company locations. This can include navigating airports, sitting for long flights, and carrying luggage.

* The job might require driving to different sites or meetings as part of the regular duties.

* The role necessitates the ability to read documents, analyze data on computer screens, and communicate effectively via various channels, which means clear vision and hearing are essential.

* You will need good hand skills to handle samples, documents, and office equipment.

Candidates must understand that while the job is mostly sedentary, there are physical demands that occasionally require more than sitting at a desk. Employers are usually responsible for ensuring that any physical demands are reasonable and that appropriate accommodations are made for employees where necessary.

WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here represent those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform basic functions.

* General working conditions

* Office environment

* May have to meet tight deadlines

OUR BENEFITS

* Health Insurance (Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision)

* Life Insurance

* Disability Insurance

* Paid Holidays and Time Off

* 401(k) Plan with company matching

Artisan Design Group is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees. It is the policy of Artisan Design Group to apply recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and professional development practices without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or certain classifications based on genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

We are committed to helping individuals with disabilities participate in the workforce and ensuring equal opportunity to apply and compete for jobs. If you need any assistance at any point in the application or hiring process due to a disability and you need accommodation, please email ...@adgus.net. Please do not use this email address for any other questions. Only inquiries regarding accommodations will be addressed.