Purchasing/Inventory Manager

Digi Security Systems is a leading low voltage security integrator specializing in providing cutting-edge security solutions, including video surveillance, access control, intrusion detection, and more. With multiple branches, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer experiences and industry-leading security technology to clients across various sectors.

Position Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Purchasing/Inventory Manager to join our team. This person will own the acquisition of Digi's security equipment and materials at the most competitive prices, streamline internal and external inventory processes, and ensure the company maintains healthy profit margins and efficiencies on its projects, as well as lead our Inventory and Purchasing Coordinators to meet efficiency goals. Please note, this is an in-person role that can be located at any of our Digi locations: Tulsa, Oklahoma, or Dallas. Dallas candidates will be expected to commute to our office located in Richardson.

Key Responsibilities:

• Inventory Department Leadership: Lead and manage the inventory department's operations, ensuring optimal performance, efficiency, and financial health, including responsibility for the P/L for Digi's stock supply and purchasing.
• Vendor Relationships: Ensure that Digi continues to lead the industry with excellent partnership with our vendors and suppliers.
• Cost Reduction and Optimization: Identify areas for cost optimization and reduction, and work with Sales and Finance team to renegotiate terms of vendor agreements so they best benefit Digi’s financial goals.
• Team Management: Mentor and support Digi's Inventory Coordinators across all Digi locations, managing staff both in-person and virtually.
• Inventory Delivery Excellence: Ensure timely and high-quality service delivery of product across all branches before projects and service calls begin, and ensure technicians have safety/tool items they need.
• Process Improvement: Identify areas for increased efficiency for the inventory department, develop standardized procedures, and ensure success by instructing Coordinators and enforcing use of the procedures.
• Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with other departments, including sales and operations, to ensure seamless integration of inventory programs and initiatives with existing operations procedures.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 5 years of experience in inventory/purchasing management, preferably in a service related/construction/low-voltage industry.
• Leadership: Proven track record of leading and developing high-performing inventory teams in a multi-location environment.
• Technical Knowledge: Preference will be given to candidates with a strong understanding of online inventory systems, ERP implementation, and industry best practices.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact with technical teams, clients, and executive leadership.
• Problem Solving: Demonstrated ability to solve complex inventory challenges while maintaining a customer-centric approach.

Benefits

• 2 weeks of paid vacation accrued, 3 weeks vacation accrual rate after first year of employment
• Paid sick time included
• 7 company-wide paid holidays throughout the year
• 401k plan w/corporate matching structure
• Full health benefits offered - medical, dental and vision
• Included life and long-term disability insurance, additional available for purchase
• Accident/critical illness insurance available for purchase
• Required training/licensing paid for by company
• Voluntary professional development opportunities
• Bonuses based on performance
• Company laptop, company phone, uniforms and gear

Physical Requirements

• Must be comfortable lifting up to 50 lbs to assist in the warehouse when needed.
• Must be comfortable traversing warehouse environment.
• Must have a current, valid driver's license in the state of which you are applying and have the ability to meet our company driving standards.

Disclaimer: This job description is not all encompassing of job responsibilities and is not in any way a binding document. It does not affect the at will nature of employment at Digi Security Systems.

You can apply for this role, and others on our website at digiss.com/jobs

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Experience:

• Inventory management: 5 years (Preferred)
• Warehouse supervisor: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Dallas-Fort Worth, TX: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $85,000 - $100,000