Director of Purchasing

Director of Purchasing

LOCATION

Florence, SC No Remote TYPE Direct Hire ID NC149-2753740 POSTED Apr 1, 2026 Director of Purchasing | Leading Food Distribution

Location:

Florence, SC (On-site), possibly another in the Charlotte, NC area.

Compensation:

$120,000 - $140,000 + 30% Annual Bonus

Relocation:

Full Assistance Available The Opportunity Join a premier food distributor that combines the scale of a national player with the heart of a local consultancy. We don't just "move boxes"—we are strategic partners to independent restaurant owners, healthcare facilities, and schools. As the Director of Purchasing, you will be the architect of our category management platform, directly influencing the company's financial trajectory and the success of our local partners. Your Mission

Strategic Leadership:

Develop and execute a standardized, world-class category management platform that optimizes procurement performance and drives bottom-line growth.

Supplier Partnerships:

Move beyond transactional buying. Build deep, high-level relationships with key supplier partners to align business plans with market-leading strategies.

Operational Excellence:

Modernize our procurement ecosystem by integrating advanced e-commerce tools and IT solutions into our long-range strategic plans.

Team Transformation:

Assess, mentor, and elevate a high-performing procurement team, establishing clear accountabilities and a culture of continuous improvement.

Internal Synergy:

Act as a key bridge between procurement, sales, and operations to ensure our product selection perfectly matches our customers' evolving needs. What You Bring

Industry Pedigree:

5-7+ years of leadership experience within food or grocery distribution (experience with major competitors like

SYSCO, US

Foods, PFG, or C&S Wholesale is highly preferred).

Category Mastery:

A proven track record of managing complex categories, improving margins, and implementing procurement policies that stick.

Analytical Mindset:

Proficiency in leveraging data and IT integration to drive purchasing decisions.

Leadership Presence:

The ability to communicate complex business drivers compellingly to both executive leadership and ground-level staff. Why Join This Team?

High Impact:

You aren't just a cog in a machine; you are the primary driver of procurement strategy for a growing region.

Aggressive Incentives:

A 30% performance bonus on top of a competitive base salary.

Stability & Growth:

Join a "Performance" team known for job stability and a "go-above-and-beyond" culture.