Purchasing Manager
Job Description Job Description Wilson Appliance is seeking a Purchasing Manager to lead and execute all purchasing functions for the company, ensuring disciplined, accurate, and timely purchasing across appliances, parts, plumbing, cabinetry, HVAC, and ancillary products. In support of Wilson Appliance’s reputation for expertise and integrity, this role partners closely with Sales, Accounting, and long-standing vendor relationships to deliver consistent execution and exceptional customer outcomes. Own and lead purchasing execution across a dozen appliance suppliers and approximately 40 brands Interpret and execute against vendor price sheets, promotions, allocation rules, and program requirements Manage purchasing through model transitions, discontinuations, and supersessions Execute purchasing aligned with vendor ship windows, freight policies, and supply constraints Ensure accuracy of SKUs, configurations, trim, accessories, and bundled components at order entry Act as the primary operational purchasing contact for key vendors and resolve order issues or exceptions Partner closely with Sales and Builder teams to support complex quotes and large or multi-phase projects Validate pricing, availability, lead times, and program eligibility during quoting and ordering Serve as the purchasing escalation point for Sales leadership and advise on substitutions or timing risks Directly manage two purchasing team members and set priorities, workflows, and execution standards Own purchasing-related workflows, documentation, and internal controls; drive accuracy and consistency Partner with Accounting and systems owners to ensure purchasing data integrity and continuous process improvement Minimum Requirements Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Business, Finance, Economics, Supply Chain, Operations, or another quantitative discipline 3–5 years of purchasing, procurement, or buying experience in a retail, distribution, or multi-vendor environment Demonstrated experience executing purchases across multiple suppliers and product lines with complex pricing structures Experience working with vendor price sheets, promotions, rebates, or incentive programs Proven ability to partner cross-functionally with Sales, Accounting/Finance, and Operations Experience managing purchasing through seasonality, demand swings, or time-sensitive promotions Strong analytical and organizational skills with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail Experience working in ERP or purchasing systems with high transaction volume Ability to prioritize competing demands and make sound judgment calls under time pressure Comfortable working primarily on-site and collaborating closely with in-person teams Preferred Qualifications Degree concentration or coursework in finance, analytics, operations, or supply chain management 5 years of purchasing or procurement experience in durable goods, appliances, building products, or specialty retail Prior experience supporting sales-driven purchasing, including complex quotes, builder programs, or project-based orders Experience managing or executing vendor rebate programs, buy fairs, or promotional purchasing events Prior people management experience, including leading buyers, parts, or purchasing support staff Strong vendor-facing experience, including issue resolution, compliance enforcement, and performance improvement Experience managing purchasing across credit terms, deposits, prepayments, and vendor-specific rules Exposure to environments with frequent model changes, SKU transitions, or product discontinuations Advanced proficiency in Excel or data analysis tools used for purchasing decisions Experience partnering with Accounting on credits, rebates, and purchasing-related controls
