Purchasing Manager

Job OverviewPCX is seeking a highly organized, results-driven, and experienced Purchasing Manager to join our team. This role is responsible for leading both Direct and Indirect Procurement, as well as materials planning, inventory management, and warehouse operations to ensure material availability, optimize inventory, drive supplier performance, deliver cost savings, and support business growth objectives. The Purchasing Manager will coordinate and execute strategies that ensure uninterrupted material flow and the timely fulfillment of production schedules and customer commitments.This position serves as a key liaison between Supply Chain, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, and Suppliers, ensuring alignment of sourcing strategies, operational priorities, and execution plans. The successful candidate will leverage SAP, data analytics, and performance management tools to drive continuous improvement through KPI development, supplier scorecards, cost reduction initiatives, and operational excellence. Strong leadership, supplier management, and cross-functional collaboration skills are essential to support PCX's growth and operational objectives.This position will be based in Knightdale, North Carolina.PCX Corporation is the leading integrator of engineered and pre-fabricated electrical/mechanical systems for the modular data center, commercial and industrial markets. Our product offerings include but are not limited to Modular Data Centers, Power Equipment Centers, Custom Integrated Switchboards, and pre-manufactured indoor/outdoor electrical distribution centers. We are seeking innovative and talented professionals to join our team. You can visit our website at www.pcxcorp.com for more information.A Day In The LifeDevelop, implement, and manage our material management strategy and oversee the entire lifecycle of a product from procurement of raw materials to delivery of the final product.Lead and manage all procurement and materials management activities including materials planning, order placement, supplier evaluation and certification, order placement, supplier follow-up, and compliance with regulations.Responsible for inventory accuracy and logistics procurement.Monitor vendor performance and work with Sourcing to negotiate best terms for materials and services and take appropriate action to verify vendor quality.Work with the Sourcing department to ensure that e-RFQ procedure is followed as part of the corporate vendor selection procedure.Place orders for material in a timely manner. Identify alternatives when schedule changes or delays are identifiedOversee inventory control to ensure efficient practices and procedures are in place.Work with Buyers and Planners within the supply teams to execute the stock plan throughout the replenishment process in support of customer demand and optimal stocking levels. Perform audit/review of key supply drivers, lead time and minimum lot sizing, to stimulate positive availability in the stock plan.Provide direction and training to Purchasing and Warehouse employees to continuously improve performance of their assigned tasks or responsibilities.Coordinate with Engineering and Manufacturing to ensure materials and equipment are ordered and received according to project needsDevelop and execute a purchasing strategy to meet the company’s business growth and materials requirements including monitoring supplier scorecard performance.Adheres to PCX Quality Management System and ISO9001 standards.Must manage company’s freight and logistics for outgoing shipments.Responsible for ensuring that Planners and Buyers comply with Hubbell Policies and Corporate procedures regarding Material Management.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty noted above satisfactorily. The duties are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Lead and develop Buyers.Establish clear performance objectives and development plans.Foster a …

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