Purchasing and Pricing Manager

Reports To: Company Support Leader

Location: Crestwood

Travel: Up to two weeks per year

Role Summary: The Purchasing and Pricing Manager owns company-wide purchasing strategy, pricing execution, vendor relationships, and product selection. This role balances availability, margin dollars, and growththrough disciplined, data-driven decisions that support branch teams and sales while protectingprofitability. The role is hybrid in nature, combining strategic ownership with hands-on execution. Direct Reports Purchasing and Pricing Assistant Core Accountabilities Own company-wide purchasing strategy and execution Own pricing structure, price file accuracy, and pricing programs Serve as the primary corporate contact for vendor relationships Own product selection, SKU rationalization, and new product introductions Balance margin dollars and growth with a 26% margin target before rebates Support branch managers and sales teams with clear guardrails and timely decisions Purchasing Responsibilities Final purchasing authority for all inventory categories Establish and maintain min/max stocking levels Manage buybacks, returns, and inventory cleanup initiatives Review large preseason commitments with leadership Ensure purchasing discipline across all branches Pricing Responsibilities Own and maintain company price files Manage vendor price increases and pricing programs Support sales growth while protecting margin dollars Collaborate with sales leadership on strategic pricing decisions Vendor Relations and Product Strategy Primary point of contact for vendor relationships Lead vendor meetings on strategy, pricing, rebates, and buybacks Evaluate vendor performance and alignment Lead product introductions and SKU rationalization Decision RightsFinal authority on purchasing, pricing, vendor management, and product selection Vendor additions or removals require leadership approval Large preseason purchasing commitments reviewed with leadership Scorecard Metrics Inventory turns Margin dollars Dead and excess inventory reduction Buyback recovery Vendor rebate capture Price file accuracy Required Experience and SkillsHVAC/R industry experience required Strong Excel proficiency requiredERP experience preferred Strong analytical and communication skills Core ValuesMake the Team BetterMake Their DayMake It Happen Success Looks LikeFull ownership of the role internally and externally Strong trust with branches, sales, and leadership Improved margin dollars while supporting growth Clean, accurate price files and disciplined purchasing execution Effective leverage and development of the Purchasing and Pricing Assistant Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.