Develop and execute purchasing strategies aligned with our client's growth and service goals. Manage relationships with key HVAC manufacturers and vendors, including pricing, rebates, and terms negotiations. Maintain optimal inventory levels across branches, balancing fill rates with inventory turns and working capital. Forecast seasonal demand (heating/cooling cycles) and adjust purchasing accordingly. Partner closely with Sales, Branch Managers, and Operations to align inventory with customer demand. Analyze purchasing trends, product performance, and margin opportunities. Monitor and manage backorders, vendor lead times, and supply disruptions. Identify and onboard new vendors and product lines to support market competitiveness. Ensure accuracy and efficiency in purchase order creation, tracking, and receiving. Utilize ERP systems to maintain clean data and drive decision-making. Lead and develop purchasing team members. Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, or ...Purchasing Manager, Purchasing, Manager, Manufacturing, Staffing, Inventory