Purchasing Manager Job at Southeast Utilities of Georgia LLC (Columbus)

Purchasing Manager

Southeast Utilities of Georgia LLC

Location:
United States , Columbus

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

Not provided

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Job Description:

This role is responsible for supporting procurement operations within a designated operational region. This role ensures timely and cost-effective sourcing, purchasing, and delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment needed for construction, maintenance, or service activities. The Purchasing Manager works closely with field teams, project managers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure procurement activities align with operational needs, company policies, and budget requirements.

Job Responsibility:

Procurement Execution: Initiate and manage Purchase Orders based on requisitions from regional teams
Vendor Coordination: Communicate with suppliers to obtain quotes, confirm availability, and track delivery status
Field Support: Act as the primary purchasing contact for field and project teams in the region
Compliance & Documentation: Ensure all procurement activity follows internal purchasing policies
Reporting & Tracking: Maintain accurate records of purchases, deliveries, and order statuses
Inventory Awareness: Collaborate with warehouse or yard teams to understand stock levels
Cost & Budget Focus: Support cost-saving initiatives by identifying opportunities for volume purchasing
Continuous Improvement: Contribute to process improvement by identifying procurement inefficiencies
Performs other duties as assigned

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related field preferred
equivalent experience considered
2–5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain—preferably in construction, utilities, telecom, or field services industries
Strong communication and interpersonal skills for working with suppliers and field teams
Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office tools
Demonstrable experience in the market and familiarity with local suppliers and sourcing channels
An analytical mind with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Nice to have:

Working knowledge of purchasing systems and ERP tools (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, Coupa)
Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance requirements
Relevant certification in procurement, supply chain or lean management
Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management abilities
Strong skills in budgeting, cost optimization and negotiation techniques
Knowledge of vendor management and inventory management systems
Experience with global sourcing, logistics and supply chain best practices

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 20, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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