Purchasing Manager

About L&S Mechanical

Headquartered in Richardson, Texas, L&S Mechanical (“L&S”) is a leading tri-trade provider of turnkey plumbing, HVAC, and electrical installation services in the Texas, South Carolina, North Carolina and Georgia residential housing markets. Founded in 1985, L&S serves large production homebuilders in Dallas / Fort Worth, South Dallas, Houston, San Antonio and Austin through its six production warehouses. Previously owned by management, L&S was acquired by The Sterling Group, a leading middle market private equity firm, in September 2021. L&S is the largest plumbing installer in Texas and has significant opportunity to grow its HVAC and electric offerings while also expanding into new geographies through acquisition and growing its nascent home services business.

The company is backed by The Sterling Group, a private equity firm established in 1982. The Sterling Group specializes in acquiring controlling interests in companies across the manufacturing, distribution, and industrial services sectors, focusing on enterprises with valuations typically between $100 million and $1 billion. To date, the firm has sponsored 67 platform buyouts, along with numerous add-on acquisitions, contributing to a total transaction value exceeding $22 billion. Currently, The Sterling Group manages over $9.4 billion in assets.

General Responsibilities

• At L&S Mechanical, our Purchasing Manager will play a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of procurement strategies, supplier relations, and inventory management. The ideal candidate will bring a strategic mindset and a proven track record of optimizing purchasing processes to drive efficiency and cost savings for the organization. Responsibilities may include but not be limited to the following:
• Developing and implementing procurement strategies and policies for cost optimization and enhancing supply chain efficiency.
• Identifying, evaluating and selecting suppliers based on quality, reliability and cost-effectiveness.
• Negotiating contracts and terms with suppliers to ensure favorable pricing, payment terms and mutually beneficial agreements.
• Collaborating with internal stakeholders to understand their requirements and align purchasing activities with organizational goals.
• Conducting market research and analysis to stay updated on industry trends, supplier capabilities and pricing fluctuations.
• Monitoring upcoming project procurement needs for potential bulk buy opportunities.
• Managing supplier relationships, including ongoing performance evaluation, issue resolution and fostering long-term partnerships.
• Monitoring inventory levels, analyzing demand patterns and implementing inventory management strategies to manage stock levels and avoid shortages or excesses.
• Drafting, explaining and implementing instructions, policies and procedures for purchasing and contract management.
• Resolving grievances with vendors, contractors and suppliers.
• Maintaining and/or implementing purchasing and recordkeeping systems, including maintenance of all vendor negotiated discount structures.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a procurement role, managing supplier/trade partner relationships, preferably in the new residential construction industry.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a management role leading a team of direct reports
• Must have project management capabilities and knowledge of financial management.
• Solid analytical skills, with the ability to create financial reports and conduct cost analysis.
• Ability to build/maintain strong cross-functional relationships and lead/influence change
• Problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven negotiation skills.
• Must be proactive, organized and results oriented with a high commitment to the business.
• Proficient with MS Excel and Power BI

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• FSA with debit card
• Employer-paid Short-Term Disability (STD)
• $20K in life insurance and $20K AD&D insurance
• 401(k) employer match
• Paid Vacation
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Annualized reviews for merit increases
• Potential for advancement

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20,000