A Purchasing Manager manages the purchasing of supplies for a company or organization. Develops policies and schedules for regular procurements. Trains and supervises staff, develops relationships with suppliers, researches and inspects supplies, and negotiates supply and shipping prices.
Otterly Baths is a fast-growing bath remodeling company serving Dayton, Cincinnati, Columbus, Lima, Northern Kentucky, Lexington, Louisville, Philadelphia, and Delaware. We help homeowners transform their bathrooms with quality products and a smooth, professional remodeling experience from start to finish. If you're currently managing production or purchasing at a bath remodeling, home improvement, or construction company and you're ready for a role with real authority, real ownership, and direct access to leadership — this is the opportunity you've been waiting for.
THE ROLE
We're hiring a Production & Purchasing Manager to lead our Production Department and own purchasing and procurement for all job materials company-wide. This is a leadership role with full ownership — you set the department's direction, build the vendor relationships, create the processes, and drive the results.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
Lead the Production Department — set the standard, run the day-to-day, and own the results Manage purchasing and procurement of all job materials company-wide Negotiate pricing and terms with vendors and suppliers, and build relationships that last Own inventory management across 4 locations (New Carlisle HQ plus 3 stocking locations) — accurate counts, smart stocking levels, no surprises on install day Coordinate shipping and material logistics so every job has what it needs, when it needs it Create, document, and enforce processes and procedures that make the department run the same way every day — and improve them as we grow Set and track department goals, KPIs, and performance metrics, and hold the team accountable to them Communicate daily with install managers, sales, warehouse staff, and leadership to keep materials aligned with production and install schedules Travel occasionally to other company locations and vendor meetings (minimal)
WHO YOU ARE A
leader, not just a manager. You're assertive and confident running an entire department — you set expectations, hold people accountable, and your team respects you for it Organized to a fault. Systems, checklists, and clean processes are how you operate. You don't just follow procedures — you build them, document them, and make sure they stick A strong communicator. You keep installers, vendors, sales, and leadership on the same page, and problems never sit in your inbox Computer-savvy. Comfortable with spreadsheets, inventory systems, and learning new software fast — you use technology to run the department, not avoid it Reliable and consistent. You show up, follow through, and the team never has to wonder where things stand A team player with backbone. You work well with everyone across the company, but you're not afraid to push back and protect your department's standards
REQUIREMENTS
5+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or production management Bath remodeling, home improvement, or construction industry experience required — experience at a multi-market or national bath remodeling company is a major plus Proven leadership and team management experience Hands-on inventory management experience Strong proficiency with computers — spreadsheets, inventory/ordering systems, email, and scheduling tools Experience creating and documenting SOPs, processes, or procedures is a major plus Strong project management and organizational skills Goal-oriented with a track record of hitting targets Valid driver's license and ability to be insured to drive company vehicles Must be able to pass a background check
COMPENSATION & BENEFITS
$100,000-$120,000/year, based on experience Bonus opportunities Paid time off (PTO) Monday-Friday schedule A growing company where your work is seen and your ideas move fast Ready to be the best Production & Purchasing Manager we've ever had? Apply today — all applications are confidential. Otterly Baths is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
