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Indy Equipment and Supply is seeking a strategic and detail-oriented Purchasing Manager to lead procurement operations across our three locations. In this role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end supply chain-from scouting new product lines and negotiating high-level vendor contracts to maintaining precision in our inventory levels. The ideal candidate is a "proactive negotiator" who can balance data-driven inventory management with the interpersonal skills needed to manage vendor relationships and train store teams.

Indy Equipment & Supply is a one-stop shop for construction contractors. Whether it supplies, equipment rental, service, or aggregates, your partners at Indy have the knowledge and expertise to help our loyal customers get the job done right!

What do we believe in?

PEOPLE:

Provide a safe, family-oriented environment. Commitment to integrity. Protect our most valuable assets.

PERFORMANCE:

Always deliver the highest quality. Find solutions. Provide value to our partners.

COMMUNITY:

Positively impact the communities we serve. Give back. Leave the world a better place than we found it.

A typical day looks like:

Strategic Sourcing & Negotiation

• Vendor Relations: Act as the primary point of contact for existing vendors and aggressively scout new suppliers to expand product offerings.
• Contract Negotiation: Lead negotiations on product pricing and payment terms (including discount terms for early payment) to maximize profitability.
• Market Analysis: Conduct ongoing research into new product lines and monitor competitor pricing to ensure our stores remain market leaders.

Inventory & Data Management

• Procurement Oversight: Manage and approve the issuance and receiving of all Purchase Orders (POs).
• Inventory Optimization: Utilize inventory management software to establish stock levels.
• Multi-Location Balancing: Monitor stock across all three sites, coordinating transfers to ensure inventory is balanced based on demand.
• Financial Collaboration: Partner with the Accounts Payable department to ensure timely vendor payments and maintain a healthy credit standing.

Auditing & Compliance

• Inventory Accuracy: Coordinate and review weekly/monthly cycle counts and lead the comprehensive year-end physical inventory process.
• Volume Analysis: Regularly review purchase history to identify opportunities for volume-based pricing brackets.

Leadership & Training

• Process Streamlining: Empower store-level staff by training them on purchasing protocols and delegating routine orders to improve operational efficiency.
• Staff Development: Directly train and supervise employees involved in the receiving and purchasing process

Do you have what it takes?

• Experience: 3-5+ years in purchasing, procurement, or inventory management (Retail or Multi-unit experience preferred).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Strong ability to interpret data and inventory metrics.
• Negotiation Skills: Proven track record of successfully negotiating terms and pricing with suppliers.
• Logistics Mindset: Strong understanding of inventory "Min/Max" logic and cycle counting procedures.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for vendor meetings and internal training.

Why IES?

• Bi-Weekly Competitive Pay!

• Excellent Benefits:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • FSA & HSA
  • Life Insurance + Optional Family Life Insurance
  • Short-term and Long-term Disability
  • Wellness Incentive Program
• Paid Holidays and PTO
• 401(k) + Company match
• Paid corporate training program
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Stability and a variety of different roles that provide a path to career advancement
• Family-owned and operated since 1956

Indy Equipment & Supply is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value workplace diversity and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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