From QXO's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
QXO is a leading distributor and installer of building products serving an $800 billion market. The company’s mission is to modernize the building products industry through advanced technology and a best-in-class customer experience. QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials, and the largest distributor of waterproofing products.
The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. For more information, visit QXO.com.
What you'll do:
As a Lead Purchasing Associate at QXO, you’ll serve as an experienced purchasing resource responsible for complex supplier and purchasing activities while providing day-to-day guidance to other team members. You’ll manage purchase orders, supplier issues, availability, pricing, and replenishment needs while helping improve purchasing accuracy, responsiveness, and process consistency. This hands-on lead role combines advanced purchasing knowledge with supplier coordination, analytical problem-solving, and team support without requiring formal people-management responsibility.
Manage complex purchasing activity across assigned suppliers, products, or business areas
Review and process high-value, time-sensitive, or complex purchase orders
Monitor open purchase orders, supplier confirmations, lead times, and product availability
Resolve escalated purchasing issues involving pricing, shortages, substitutions, delivery delays, or order discrepancies
Partner with Inventory Planning and Replenishment teams to support product availability and appropriate inventory levels
Analyze supplier lead times, purchasing trends, and order performance
Identify potential supply risks and communicate concerns to appropriate stakeholders
Coordinate expedited purchasing activity for urgent customer or operational requirements
Review supplier acknowledgments and ensure terms align with purchase order requirements
Support resolution of receiving, invoice, and pricing discrepancies
Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier information within ERP and purchasing systems
Serve as a day-to-day resource for Purchasing Coordinators and other team members
Provide guidance on purchasing procedures, supplier communication, and issue resolution
Assist with onboarding, training, and cross-training of team members
Help coordinate team workload and purchasing priorities
Develop and maintain purchasing procedures, job aids, and documentation
Prepare and analyze purchasing reports and supplier-performance data
Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, order accuracy, and supplier communication
Support supplier evaluations and performance reviews as appropriate
Partner with Procurement, Inventory, Operations, Sales, Finance, and branch teams
Support system enhancements, testing, and purchasing technology improvements
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned
What you'll bring:
Strong purchasing and supplier-management knowledge
Demonstrated ability to manage complex purchase orders and supplier issues
Strong understanding of purchasing, inventory, and replenishment processes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to identify supply risks and develop practical solutions
Strong attention to detail and commitment to purchasing accuracy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong supplier and stakeholder relationship-management abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to provide technical guidance and support to others
Strong organizational and follow-up skills
Ability to lead through influence without formal supervisory authority
Associate or bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field preferred
3–5 years of progressive purchasing, supply chain, procurement, inventory, or related experience preferred
Previous experience as a senior purchasing resource, trainer, mentor, or informal lead preferred
Experience with ERP, purchasing, and inventory-management systems
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Experience within distribution, building materials, manufacturing, or a related industry preferred
CPIM, CSCP, CPSM, or related certification is a plus
Work Environment & Requirements
Work is performed primarily in a professional corporate, branch, or distribution environment
Frequent computer, purchasing-system, supplier communication, analytical, and collaborative work
Regular interaction with Purchasing, Procurement, Inventory, Operations, Finance, Sales, and branch teams
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
Occasional travel or visits to company locations may be required
Required PPE must be worn when entering designated operational areas
Extended hours may occasionally be required during supply disruptions, seasonal periods, or critical purchasing activity
What you'll earn
401(k) with employer match
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
PTO, company holidays, and parental leave
Paid training and certifications
Legal assistance and identity protection
Pet insurance
Employee assistance program (EAP)
We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender or sexual orientation
, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.
To comply with Pay Transparency laws, employers must disclose an annual salary range. Actual offers depend on factors such as location, experience, skills, and market data. This position may also offer variable compensation.
Compensation
Salary Range:
USD $74,000.00 - USD $110,700.00 /Yr.
Responsibilities
As a Lead Purchasing Associate at QXO, you’ll serve as an experienced purchasing resource responsible for complex supplier and purchasing activities while providing day-to-day guidance to other team members. You’ll manage purchase orders, supplier issues, availability, pricing, and replenishment needs while helping improve purchasing accuracy, responsiveness, and process consistency. This hands-on lead role combines advanced purchasing knowledge with supplier coordination, analytical problem-solving, and team support without requiring formal people-management responsibility.
Manage complex purchasing activity across assigned suppliers, products, or business areas
Review and process high-value, time-sensitive, or complex purchase orders
Monitor open purchase orders, supplier confirmations, lead times, and product availability
Resolve escalated purchasing issues involving pricing, shortages, substitutions, delivery delays, or order discrepancies
Partner with Inventory Planning and Replenishment teams to support product availability and appropriate inventory levels
Analyze supplier lead times, purchasing trends, and order performance
Identify potential supply risks and communicate concerns to appropriate stakeholders
Coordinate expedited purchasing activity for urgent customer or operational requirements
Review supplier acknowledgments and ensure terms align with purchase order requirements
Support resolution of receiving, invoice, and pricing discrepancies
Maintain accurate purchasing and supplier information within ERP and purchasing systems
Serve as a day-to-day resource for Purchasing Coordinators and other team members
Provide guidance on purchasing procedures, supplier communication, and issue resolution
Assist with onboarding, training, and cross-training of team members
Help coordinate team workload and purchasing priorities
Develop and maintain purchasing procedures, job aids, and documentation
Prepare and analyze purchasing reports and supplier-performance data
Identify opportunities to improve purchasing processes, order accuracy, and supplier communication
Support supplier evaluations and performance reviews as appropriate
Partner with Procurement, Inventory, Operations, Sales, Finance, and branch teams
Support system enhancements, testing, and purchasing technology improvements
Perform additional duties and projects as assigned
Qualifications
Strong purchasing and supplier-management knowledge
Demonstrated ability to manage complex purchase orders and supplier issues
Strong understanding of purchasing, inventory, and replenishment processes
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to identify supply risks and develop practical solutions
Strong attention to detail and commitment to purchasing accuracy
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong supplier and stakeholder relationship-management abilities
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Ability to provide technical guidance and support to others
Strong organizational and follow-up skills
Ability to lead through influence without formal supervisory authority
Associate or bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Operations, or a related field preferred
3–5 years of progressive purchasing, supply chain, procurement, inventory, or related experience preferred
Previous experience as a senior purchasing resource, trainer, mentor, or informal lead preferred
Experience with ERP, purchasing, and inventory-management systems
Strong Microsoft Excel skills
Experience within distribution, building materials, manufacturing, or a related industry preferred
CPIM, CSCP, CPSM, or related certification is a plus
Work Environment & Requirements
Work is performed primarily in a professional corporate, branch, or distribution environment
Frequent computer, purchasing-system, supplier communication, analytical, and collaborative work
Regular interaction with Purchasing, Procurement, Inventory, Operations, Finance, Sales, and branch teams
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods
Occasional travel or visits to company locations may be required
Required PPE must be worn when entering designated operational areas
Extended hours may occasionally be required during supply disruptions, seasonal periods, or critical purchasing activity
Employer application notice
Equal opportunity and accommodations
QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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