Purchasing Manager

Volumetric Building Companies (VBC) is building the future of housing. As an innovative, vertically integrated volumetric modular company, we leverage new technology while embracing tried and true practices to deliver an end-to-end solution to our clients. From ideation to design and engineering, manufacturing and construction, VBC delivers the highest quality product in the most efficient way possible creating immense value for our clients while innovating new techniques and processes that benefit the entire construction industry.

VBC is comprised of three divisions, VBC | Studio, VBC | Manufacturing, and VBC | Construction that all work together to support and realize the vision of each of our clients. As one of the only vertically integrated volumetric modular construction companies, we are able to facilitate an entire project versus the number of time intensive handoffs that typically happen within a construction project. These efficiencies allow projects to be completed more quickly allowing for faster ROI and, ultimately, more value for our client.

The sky is the limit for the future of VBC. We want innovative and driven people who will embrace our shared purpose and goals as we build the future of housing together.

More information can be found at www.vbc.co

 The Purchasing Manager is responsible for overseeing all procurement activities for direct and indirect materials and services at the facility. This includes managing the complete Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process in SAP, leading a team of buyers, and ensuring supplier performance meets company standards for cost, quality, and delivery. This role plays a key part in building strong supplier relationships, supporting production requirements, and enabling efficient operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage all direct and indirect procurement activities to support manufacturing, facilities, and project requirements.
• Lead and develop a team of buyers, providing coaching, training, and performance feedback.
• Own the Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process in SAP for the Tracy facility:
  • Purchase requisition conversion
  • Purchase order creation
  • Supplier communication and acknowledgments
  • PO change management
  • Invoice resolution support with Accounts Payable
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships; negotiate pricing, terms, and long-term agreements where applicable.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve delivery, quality, or service issues in coordination with operations and quality teams.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, standard terms and conditions, and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Partner with other company locations and corporate supply chain leadership to align sourcing strategies and leverage volume where applicable.
• Support and drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or delivery performance.
• Provide procurement reporting and KPIs (on-time delivery, cost savings, supplier performance, etc.).
• Stay informed of market trends and supplier developments impacting materials and services used by the facility.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field (preferred).
• 5+ years of progressive procurement experience, including at least 2 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of the Procure-to-Pay process and procurement best practices.
• Experience with SAP or comparable ERP system required.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop high-performing teams.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other procurement tools.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Familiarity with supplier risk management and mitigation strategies.
• Experience with developing and implementing supplier scorecards and performance metrics.
• Strong financial acumen, including cost analysis and budgeting.

Work Environment:

• This is an onsite role at a manufacturing facility located in Tracy, CA.
• The role involves working in both an office environment and periodically on the production floor or in the warehouse to engage with operations, suppliers, and materials.
• Regular interaction with cross-functional teams including Production, Engineering, Quality, and Finance.
• Occasional travel to supplier locations, other company facilities, or industry events may be required.
• Standard business hours apply; however, flexibility is expected to support production schedules and urgent procurement needs.

The Salary Range for this position is $150,000 - $170,000 annual base salary + annual performance bonus. We also off the following benefits: 

• Highly competitive pay, benefits program, and flexible time-off programs 
• 401(k) program with employer matching 
• Employee referral programs with charitable donations 
• Day of Giving program to volunteer at community charities 

VBC is an equal opportunity employer.