Purchasing Manager

SYNERGY STRUCTURES Building modern modular homes, portable storage, and mobile offices Position Title: Purchasing Manager Reports To: Plant Manager Direct Reports: Buyers, Purchasing Agents, Purchasing Clerks FLSA Status: Exempt, Salaried Employment Type: Full-Time Work Location: On-site — Manufacturing Facility, 1312 Camp Creek Road, Lancaster, SC 29720 ABOUT SYNERGY STRUCTURES Synergy Structures is a leading manufacturer of modular structures, delivering innovative homes, portable storage buildings, and mobile offices. An old saying goes, “the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.” That belief defines Synergy: when driven individuals come together with purpose, the results are exceptional. Join the Synergy family today, and help us build the future of modular manufacturing — one structure at a time. POSITION SUMMARY Synergy Structures is seeking an experienced, detail-driven Purchasing Manager to lead day-to-day purchasing operations for our modular manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in tactical purchasing within a manufacturing environment, along with a genuine passion for accuracy, timeliness, and supplier follow-through. This leadership role carries full accountability for supplier sourcing and pricing, purchase order execution, inventory replenishment, and day-to-day vendor coordination — managed primarily through our Fishbowl purchasing and inventory system ensuring the plant always has the materials it needs, exactly when it needs them, at the best available cost. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Purchasing Operations & Order Management Issue, track, and manage purchase orders for raw materials, components, and supplies using Fishbowl, ensuring pricing and terms align with approved supplier agreements. Review purchase requisitions for accuracy and completeness, resolving discrepancies with requesting departments before orders are placed. Confirm order acknowledgments, delivery dates, and shipment status with suppliers, updating Fishbowl records and expediting orders as needed to prevent production delays. Inventory & Materials Planning Monitor inventory levels, reorder points, and lead times across all key materials in Fishbowl, placing replenishment orders to prevent stockouts and minimize excess inventory. Partner with production and planning teams to align purchase timing with production schedules and upcoming material needs. Reconcile purchase orders against receiving records and Fishbowl inventory counts, resolving variances promptly. Supplier Sourcing & Coordination Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers for raw materials, components, and services, balancing cost, quality, lead time, and reliability. Negotiate pricing and terms with suppliers, maintaining approved vendor and pricing records within Fishbowl. Serve as the day-to-day point of contact for suppliers, managing order status, delivery scheduling, and routine issue resolution. Track supplier on-time delivery, order accuracy, and responsiveness, and address recurring performance issues directly with vendors. Obtain and compare quotes for non-contracted or one-off purchases, ensuring the best available price and lead time within approved spending guidelines. Cost Control & Reporting Monitor purchase pricing against budgeted costs, flagging discrepancies or pricing changes to senior management. Track purchasing-related spend by category using Fishbowl reporting tools and prepare regular cost and variance reports for management review. Identify opportunities for cost savings, such as order consolidation, freight optimization, and reduced expediting fees. Quality & Compliance Ensure all purchased materials and components meet company and industry standards for construction, finish, and regulatory compliance (ANSI and applicable state modular codes). Coordinate with quality control and receiving to address non-conforming materials, initiating returns, credits, or replacement orders with suppliers. Maintain accurate, audit-ready p…

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