Distribution Purchasing Leader

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Bosch Home Comfort is seeking aDistribution Purchasing Leader to lead purchasing, inventory planning, and supply execution for the recently acquiredJC Residential and Light Commercial Company-Owned Distribution Network. This role oversees a team of6and is responsible forend-to-end inventory strategy, including procurement frominternal factories and third-party suppliers.

This leader will driveinventory optimization, product availability, and cost efficiency across a100+ store distribution network, supporting bothFactory Direct and US Air channels, while partnering closely with theAmericas Procurement Organization.

Key Responsibilities

Inventory Planning & Procurement Leadership

• Lead and develop a team of6responsible for purchasing, replenishment, and inventory management
• Oversee procurement offactory-supplied products and third-party parts/supplies
• Ensure optimalinventory levels, service levels, and fill rates across the distribution network
• Drive alignment betweendemand planning, supply planning, and purchasing execution

Supply Chain & Inventory Optimization

• Develop and execute strategies tooptimize inventory, reduce stockouts, and minimize excess/obsolete inventory
• Standardize planning and replenishment processes across a100+ location store network
• Monitor and improve key KPIs including:
  • Service level / fill rate
  • Inventory turns
  • Working capital
  • Cost reduction and margin improvement

Supplier & Category Management

• Leadsupplier selection, negotiation, and performance management for third-party vendors
• Partner with internal factories to ensure supply continuity, lead time alignment, and cost competitiveness
• Managepricing, terms, and supplier agreements to support financial targets

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner withSupply Chain, Operations, Sales, Finance, and Product Management to align inventory strategies with business needs
• Collaborate in amatrixed environment across Factory Direct, US Air, and Procurement teams
• Identify operational gaps and implement scalable solutions across the network

Operations, Planning & Execution

• Overseereplenishment strategies, safety stock levels, and demand alignment
• Ensure accurate and timely execution ofpurchase orders and inventory flows
• Track and manageproject deliverables, risks, and issue resolution

Continuous Improvement & Reporting

• Analyze business processes to driveefficiency improvements and cost savings initiatives
• Develop and maintain reporting to trackinventory health, supplier performance, and operational KPIs
• Lead initiatives to improveplanning systems, tools, and processes

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree inSupply Chain, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8+ years of experience in supply chain, inventory planning, or procurement
• 2+ years of leadership experience, managing buyers/planners or similar roles
• Experience in bothprocurement and inventory planning/replenishment
• Ability to travel up to25% (domestic/international)

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or advanced degree
• Experience inHVAC, manufacturing, or distribution environments
• Proven experience managingboth direct (factory) and indirect/third-party sourcing
• Strong background insupplier negotiations and vendor management
• Experience supportingmulti-site or retail/distribution networks
• Proficiency withERP systems and planning tools (SAP preferred)
• Advanced skills inExcel, reporting, and data-driven decision-making

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability / veterans  

*Bosch adheres to Federal, State, and Local laws regarding drug-testing. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screen and background check. Candidates who have been offered the position must pass both screenings before their start date. 

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