Purchasing Manager

Build the future, spark innovation and align your career with purpose.

McKinstry is innovating the waste and climate harm out of the built environment and creating lasting impact. Together, we're building a thriving planet.

Buildings are a leading contributor to the climate crisis, generating nearly 40% of total global energy-related carbon emissions. We're making a lasting impact on our industry and within our communities by addressing the climate, affordability and equity crises through:

• renewables and energy services
• engineering and design
• construction and facility services

To get where we're going, we need big thinkers, problem solvers and collaborative mindsets. Does that sound like you?

The Opportunity with McKinstry

McKinstry is seeking a dynamic and strategic Purchasing Manager to oversee purchasing operations, develop efficient processes, and cultivate a high-performing team. If you're passionate about optimizing supply chains, building strong vendor relationships, and driving exceptional customer service, we want you to join us!

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing Operations & Strategic Sourcing:

• Develop and sustain an optimal supply base by fostering long-term vendor partnerships built on trust, shared objectives, and transparency. Ensure the timely delivery of high-quality materials at competitive costs by prioritizing reliability and responsiveness in supplier selection.
• Conduct comprehensive expenditure analyses to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or efficiency, leveraging collaborative problem-solving with vendors to implement win-win solutions.
• Perform detailed market evaluations to assess trends, emerging technologies, and competitive dynamics, enabling the recommendation of effective short- and long-term sourcing strategies. Provide stakeholders with risk-benefit analyses to ensure informed decision-making and strategic alignment.
• Facilitate seamless collaboration between the purchasing team and vendors, promoting open communication, mutual accountability, and streamlined processes for optimal outcomes.
• Represent McKinstry in supplier meetings as a champion of the company's purchasing philosophy, fostering partnerships that prioritize quality, value, and alignment with organizational objectives. Explore and evaluate supplier offerings, ensuring they align with both immediate and future operational needs.

Leadership & Team Development:

• Cultivate an environment of continuous learning and improvement by providing constructive feedback, and clear development plans for the purchasing team. Empower team members to excel in their roles and prepare them for future growth opportunities within the organization.
• Actively mentor and coach team members, fostering a collaborative culture that prioritizes innovation, accountability, and problem-solving to achieve operational excellence.
• Serve as a hands-on leader by stepping in to support and perform purchasing functions when needed, ensuring uninterrupted workflow during peak periods, staff absences, or unexpected challenges
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for the purchasing team to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and promote accountability.
• Facilitate opportunities for team members to gain experience in different areas of the procurement process, enhancing their skill sets and preparing them for diverse roles within the organization.

Stakeholder Collaboration & Strategic Alignment:

• Forge strong partnerships with Field Superintendents to regularly evaluate the performance and efficiency of the purchasing department, identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing innovative solutions to enhance its overall effectiveness.
• Work collaboratively with internal stakeholders, fostering open communication and teamwork to address operational challenges that require managerial intervention and alignment with company and department goals.
• Maintain consistent and proactive communication with all McKinstry locations to deliver exemplary customer service and ensure that purchasing operations meet the unique needs of each location.
• Serve as a representative and advocate for McKinstry's purchasing philosophy and standards during vendor site visits, strengthening vendor relationships while ensuring adherence to organizational values and procurement requirements.
• Collaborate closely with the Supply Chain teams to synchronize strategies, share insights, and capitalize on emerging opportunities that improve the supply chain's efficiency, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in purchasing or procurement required.
• 2+ years of experience leading teams and driving results in complex environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, SharePoint).
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent work experience) required.
• Prior experience in the mechanical contractor industry preferred.
• CPM or CPSM certification strongly preferred.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Flexibility and willingness to travel as needed.
• Access to reliable personal transportation for meetings and job site visits (reimbursed)

PeopleFirst Benefits

When it comes to the basics, we have you covered:

• Competitive pay
• 401(k) with employer match and profit-sharing plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision with low or zero deductible options and low out of pocket maximums

People come first at McKinstry, and we go beyond the basic benefits with:

• Family formation benefits, including adoption and IVF assistance
• Up to 16 weeks paid parental leave
• Transgender-inclusive benefits
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• "Building Good" paid community service time
• Learning and advancement opportunities via McKinstry University
• McKinstry Moves onsite gyms or reimbursement for remote workers

See benefit plan documents for complete details.

If you're driven by our vision to build a thriving planet together, McKinstry is the place to build your career.

The pay range for this position is $80,100- $134,400 per year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. This is a non-exempt role and will be paid hourly. A bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location.

The McKinstry group of companies are equal opportunity employers. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and qualified applicants without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, race, color, creed, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis protected by law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to employment, advancement, assignment, and training. This commitment to Equal Employment Opportunity is made equally as a social responsibility and as an economic and business necessity.

McKinstry is a drug-free workplace. Employment iscontingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug and alcohol test, complying with the requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and a Confidentiality Agreement, in addition to successful outcomes of background and reference checks.

Applicants for this role will only be considered if they possess current US Work Authorization, and do not require employer-sponsored VISA support to begin or remain in this role.