Purchasing Supervisor - Stores & Factories

Join the world's largest HVAC company, named by Forbes as one of America's Best-In-State Employers 2025! Daikin Applied is hiring a Purchasing Supervisor - Stores and Factories! In the critical role, you will coordinate the activities of personnel engaged in purchasing and distributing materials, equipment, and supplies to our network of HVAC parts stores, along with our US-based factories. You will function as a "hands-on" leader - providing a combination of leadership to a small team of buyers and engaging in the buying process directly. Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!

Location:

Hybrid, Plymouth MN What you will do: Plans, organizes, directs, and controls activities related to the procurement function Prepares instructions regarding purchasing systems and procedures Analyzes market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability, and prepares market analysis reports Develops a system to evaluate vendor quotations that utilizes appropriate negotiation and purchasing techniques to ensure quality, price, delivery, and service Designs, implements, manages, and monitors procurement reporting systems to meet company requirements Recruits and maintains suppliers that provide high quality products and services at a better price while maintaining the highest code of ethics and conduct Prepares and issues purchase orders and change notices Reviews purchase order claims and contracts for conformance to company policy Prepares and reviews contracts, bids, proposals, and vendor agreements for legal correctness, price, and acceptability of items to specifications Oversees all activities related to procurement of a commodity, from intent to purchase through delivery of commodity Assigns procurement requests to the appropriate personnel Negotiates or supervises the negotiation of complex requests for equipment, supplies, and services from suppliers and subcontractors Develops and installs clerical and office procedures and practices, and studies workflow, sequence of operations, and office arrangement to determine expediency of installing new or improved office machines Arranges for disposal of surplus materials

Minimum Qualifications:

5+ Years of Supply Chain experience Knowledge of MS Office Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience Oracle experience Salesforce Experience Relevant Certifications Daikin Applied offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance 401K retirement plan with employer match Paid time off and company paid holidays Paid sick time in accordance with the federal, state and local law Tuition Reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service The typical pay rate for the position ranges from $ 73,300.00 - 120,700 in Minnesota. The range displayed represents the pay range for all positions in the job grade which this position(s) fall. Individual hourly pay rate will depend on a wide range of factors including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. #LI-AK1 If you're looking for an engaging career with growth opportunities in a supportive environment, you'll love a career at Daikin Applied! Building a more sustainable planet. Creating comfortable, healthy spaces for people to connect, live and work. Perfecting the air we share. Daikin Applied is not just an HVAC company. We're part of a global technology powerhouse that uses Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) to transform the world. We're innovators and leaders. Not only as a business, but as individuals. And we are honored to say we were named to Forbes' America's Best-In-State Employers list for 2025, ranking #1 in Minnesota for Manufacturing and Engineering. You see, we're not just innovating on the outside. We're innovating on the inside to unlock people's unlimited potential and bring out the diverse and groundbreaking ideas that will help us solve today's most pressing challenges. That's why Daikin offers more than a job. Here's where you'll be heard, be valued, belong -- and be able to make your mark. Over the past several years, we've proudly welcomed several organizations into our family, each bringing unique strengths, deep expertise, and talented teams. As we continue to grow, these partners play a vital role in expanding our capabilities and shaping the future of our organization. Whichever Daikin Applied company you join, you'll be part of a unified, supportive environment where you can make an impact and grow your career. Not finding the right fit? Let us know you're interested in a future opportunity by clicking 'Sign In' at the top of the page and creating an account to set up email alerts as new job postings become available that meet your interest!