Director of Purchasing

The Director of Purchasing provides strategic and operational leadership for IAC’s purchasing function, supporting SEP and Systems projects across the full project lifecycle. This role is accountable for sourcing strategy, vendor partnerships, pricing, purchase order execution, and Bill of Materials (BOM) management, while ensuring tight alignment with Production Control, Warehouse, Fabrication, Engineering, and Operations teams. The Director of Purchasing plays a critical role in driving on-time material availability, cost control, supplier performance, and scalable purchasing processes that support IAC’s EPC and fabrication-driven business model.

Key Responsibilities

Purchasing Leadership

• Oversee and manage the SEP Purchasing Department, ensuring alignment with company objectives, schedules, and cost targets.

• Establish and maintain purchasing best practices, processes, and controls.

Purchase Order Management (SEP / Systems Jobs)

• Place and manage Purchase Orders (POs) with IAC-approved vendors.

• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotations.

• Create and issue POs in GoldMine (transitioning to ERP system).

• Distribute POs internally and electronically to vendors.

Bill of Materials (BOM) & Materials Coordination

• Develop, maintain, and execute Bills of Materials (BOMs) for SEP and Systems jobs.

• Create and distribute Assembly Pick Lists and Ship-Loose Pick Lists to IAC Warehouse and Fabrication teams.

• Track material availability and proactively follow up on missing or late components.

• Communicate material status and exceptions to Fabricators and Production Control.

• Coordinate with Production Control to align purchasing priorities with production needs.

• Follow up with vendors on shipment exceptions and delivery commitments.

Vendor Pricing & Cost Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for all company vendor price lists.

• Maintain, update, and distribute vendor price lists internally.

• Ensure pricing accuracy within purchasing systems and project estimates.

Vendor Relations & Negotiation

• Meet with current and prospective vendors to strengthen partnerships.

• Negotiate pricing, lead times, and commercial terms.

• Resolve vendor-related issues including pricing discrepancies, delivery delays, and returns.

• Evaluate new vendor products and technologies for potential adoption.

• Coordinate and lead vendor meetings, reviews, and performance discussions.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Production Control, Engineering, Warehouse, and Fabrication teams.

• Support continuous improvement initiatives related to supply chain efficiency, cost reduction, and vendor performance.

Success Measures

• On-time material availability aligned with production schedules.

• Accurate and timely PO and BOM execution.

• Cost control through effective vendor negotiation and price management.

• Strong vendor relationships and reliable supply chain performance.

Strategic Purchasing & Procurement Leadership (Expanded Scope)

• Develop and execute IAC’s purchasing and procurement strategy aligned with company growth, margin targets, and operational priorities.

• Establish short- and long-term sourcing strategies for critical materials, fabricated components, and systems-related purchases.

• Lead cost-reduction and value-engineering initiatives in partnership with Engineering, Production, and Finance.

• Analyze spend data to identify consolidation opportunities, preferred supplier programs, and strategic sourcing initiatives.

• Own purchasing input into annual budgeting, forecasting, and capital planning processes.

Supplier Performance & Risk Management

• Establish and manage supplier performance metrics (OTD, quality, responsiveness, pricing adherence).

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including single-source dependencies, long lead-time components, and geopolitical or logistics disruptions.

• Develop contingency plans and alternate sourcing strategies to support uninterrupted production.

• Lead supplier corrective action processes when performance issues arise.

Contracting & Commercial Governance

• Lead negotiation and execution of supplier agreements, including pricing, lead times, payment terms, and service levels.

• Ensure purchasing activities comply with internal controls, audit requirements, and ethical sourcing standards.

• Partner with Finance and Legal (as applicable) on contract review, risk exposure, and compliance matters.

Systems, Data & Process Ownership

• Serve as purchasing lead for the ERP implementation and ongoing optimization, ensuring accurate item masters, pricing, vendor records, and BOM integrity.

• Define and maintain purchasing workflows, approval matrices, and delegation of authority.

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline purchasing, reduce cycle times, and improve data accuracy.

• Ensure purchasing documentation, records, and reporting meet internal and external requirements.

Team Leadership & Development

• Lead, mentor, and develop purchasing team members, setting clear expectations and performance goals.

• Assess staffing needs and support hiring, onboarding, and training of purchasing personnel.

• Promote a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the purchasing function.

Cross-Functional & Executive Collaboration

• Business partner to Production Control, Engineering, Operations, Finance, and Executives

• Provide visibility on material risks, cost trends, supplier performance, and schedule impacts.

• Support executive decision-making with data-driven insights and purchasing recommendations.

Compliance, Ethics & Stewardship

• Ensure purchasing activities adhere to policies, ethical standards, and applicable regulations.

• Promote responsible sourcing practices and maintain strong, professional supplier relationships.

• Own end-to-end purchasing outcomes for cost, quality, delivery, and supplier performance.

• Ensure purchasing functions scale effectively with company growth while maintaining operational discipline.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• 10+ years of progressive purchasing, procurement, or supply chain leadership experience within industrial EPC, OEM, fabrication, or construction-driven environments.
• Strong background in industrial aftermarket parts, including sourcing and supporting MRO, fabricated components, mechanical systems, and engineered assemblies.
• Demonstrated EPC industrial purchasing experience, supporting complex, project-based work with tight schedules, evolving BOMs, and long lead-time materials.
• Proven experience supporting organizations similar in scope and complexity to IAC and Adelphi, including EPC contractors, industrial design/build firms, OEMs, or construction and field services companies.
• Must have direct, hands-on experience with Spectrum Viewpoint ERP, including purchasing, vendor management, item masters, pricing structures, and BOM workflows.
• Extensive experience managing Bills of Materials (BOMs), engineered-to-order systems, and material coordination across multiple concurrent projects.
• Demonstrated success negotiating supplier pricing, lead times, contracts, and commercial terms to drive cost control and schedule adherence.
• Strong understanding of supplier performance management, including on-time delivery (OTD), quality metrics, corrective action, and risk mitigation.
• Experience developing and executing strategic sourcing, preferred supplier programs, and cost-reduction/value-engineering initiatives.
• Strong cross-functional leadership skills with the ability to partner effectively with Engineering, Production Control, Warehouse, Fabrication, Operations, Finance, and Executive Leadership.
• High level of financial and analytical acumen, including spend analysis, forecasting, and budget support.
• Exceptional organizational, communication, and leadership skills with the ability to influence at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated integrity, accountability, and commitment to ethical sourcing and operational excellence.

About IAC

Established in 1986, IAC is a fast-track, high-technology equipment design and fabrication company specializing in Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contracts across diverse industries. As a leading Industrial Design/Build Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), IAC focuses on process equipment for air pollution control, dust collection, hazardous gas mitigation, pneumatic material transport, and bulk material handling systems. With over 300 years of combined industry knowledge, IAC stands as a Single Source Solution Provider, strategically located in Kansas City to serve clients across North America.

About Adelphi Construction

A proud subsidiary of IAC, Adelphi Construction provides clients with a full suite of construction and field services, including capital improvement projects, shutdowns, turnarounds, and plant maintenance. Our commitment to long-term client satisfaction drives quality and consistency. Headquartered in the Kansas City metropolitan area, Adelphi’s personnel average 25+ years of experience, ensuring that every project—whether large-scale or mission-critical—is executed with safety, precision, and professionalism.

Why Work With IAC?

At IAC, we value integrity, innovation, and teamwork. Joining our engineering team means:

🔹 Being part of large-scale projects that make real industrial and environmental impact.

🔹 Collaborating with a talented, supportive team that celebrates success together.

🔹 Opportunities for professional growth, leadership, and technical advancement.

🔹 Access to comprehensive benefits including 401(k) with company match, health, dental, vision, PTO, and more.

Please Note: We are not seeking assistance from outside recruiting agencies or third-party staffing firms for this position. Direct applicants only.