Director of Product and Purchasing - Johnstone Supply, The Balsan Group

Johnstone Supply is looking for a Director of Product and Purchasing. A driven individual to drive business through strategic leadership, operational expertise, and cross-functional coordination.
 
RESPONSIBILITIES
The responsibilities of the Director of Product and Purchasing include, but are not limited to:

Strategic Planning & Management

• Collaborate with senior leadership to define purchasing and product development strategies that align with the long-term business objectives
• Manage the product and procurement budget, ensuring cost-effectiveness without compromising on quality or delivery timelines
• Identify risks in the supply chain and product development processes and create strategies to mitigate them

• Lead the product development lifecycle from concept to launch, ensuring alignment with business strategy and market needs
• Monitor product performance and work with marketing and sales teams to optimize the product portfolio based on feedback and market trends
• Manage product and procurement pathways

• Oversee the end-to-end purchasing process, ensuring that sourcing strategies align with the product needs, cost targets, and quality standards
• Evaluate suppliers based on key performance metrics including cost, quality, delivery times, and sustainability practices
• Monitor and assess inventory levels to support demand forecasts and prevent overstock or shortages

• Lead and mentor a team of product managers, buyers, and procurement professionals, fostering a high-performance culture
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the product and purchasing teams, promoting innovation and operational excellence

• Collaborate with marketing, sales, and finance teams to ensure product lines meet customer expectations and revenue goals
• Partner with the legal team to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and supplier agreements

• Develop and own the company product budget and ensure the profitability and success of all products within the company
• Ensure all products meet regulatory, legal, and compliance requirements

• Competitive pay
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and prescription insurance coverage
• Bonus 
• Earn PTO hours immediately
• Paid holidays
• Opportunities for development
• 401K with a company match

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Product Management, or a related field
• Specifically have management 9- digit inventory values and purchasing
• Attention to detail and ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency with computers and different software programs
• String negotiation and project management skills
• Minimum 10 years experience in leadership role
• Minimum 10 years experience in product management or procurement

• HVAC distribution field experience
• Master's degree in Business Administration
• Strong knowledge of Eclipse (CRM)
• Strong background/understanding of branch operations and logistics

• Hungry
• Humble
• Smart

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