Director of Purchasing

About Us

We are one of the leading mechanical contractors in the eastern United States. Our construction and service (mechanical and electrical) experience includes a broad range of commercial and government projects, including data centers, hospitals, sports stadiums, convention centers, hotels, and research laboratories.

Job Title: Director of Purchasing (Construction / Mechanical)

Location: Baltimore, Maryland 21227

Reports to: Senior Vice President, Preconstruction

FLSA Status: Full-Time / Exempt

Work Shift: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. / Mon. – Fri. (Not a Remote Position)

SUMMARY

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Purchasing to lead our procurement function across a large-scale, multi-project mechanical contracting operation. This role is critical to ensuring cost efficiency, supply chain reliability, and material availability while directly contributing to project margins and overall company profitability. The ideal candidate brings deep construction procurement expertise, strong vendor relationships, and a proven ability to drive measurable cost savings in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and execute enterprise-wide procurement strategies aligned with company growth goals
• Lead sourcing initiatives across key material categories (HVAC, piping, plumbing, equipment)
• Negotiate high-value vendor agreements, and rebate programs

• Drive material cost savings and protect project margins
• Partner with estimating and operations to align pricing strategies and project budgets
• Monitor commodity trends (steel, copper, etc.) and mitigate pricing risk

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and distributors
• Evaluate vendor performance, pricing, and reliability
• Ensure supply continuity and proactively address shortages or delays

• Collaborate with project managers to ensure timely procurement and delivery
• Support large-scale and complex project purchasing requirements
• Resolve procurement challenges impacting schedules or costs

• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing procurement team
• Establish KPIs and accountability across purchasing and materials management
• Drive a culture of performance, collaboration, and continuous improvement

• Improve procurement workflows, reporting, and analytics
• Optimize ERP and purchasing systems (Viewpoint)

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

You must be work authorized in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future. The Company cannot offer employment to F‑1 (student) visa holders who require employer sponsorship in the future or cannot work now on a full-time basis.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain Management or a related field (required).
• 10+ years of procurement or supply chain experience, with construction or mechanical contracting required
• 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams and large-scale spend
• Proven track record of delivering cost savings and supplier negotiations at scale
• Strong understanding of project-based procurement environments
• Excellent financial, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Experience with ERP/procurement systems
• Deep knowledge of mechanical systems (HVAC, piping, plumbing).
• Strong understanding of construction documents, codes, and industry standards.
• Strong familiarity with construction contract structures, risk allocation, and industry standards.
• Excellent negotiation, mathematical, and analytical skills.

• Strategic thinking and decision-making
• Strong leadership and team development skills
• Excellent communication and presentation…