Branch Support & Purchasing Supervisor

Surge StaffingColumbus, OhioOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 3 days ago

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Branch Support & Purchasing Supervisor

About the Role

We are seeking a Branch Support & Purchasing Supervisor to oversee corporate purchasing, branch fulfillment, facility support, and warehouse operations from our Headquarters location.

This position will lead a team of support specialists and ensure our staffing branches have the supplies, equipment, facilities, and operational support they need to run effectively. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, hands-on, and comfortable managing multiple priorities, vendors, and locations.

Key Responsibilities

Branch Support & Facilities

- Oversee and prioritize support requests from staffing branches.
- Coordinate contractors and technicians for HVAC, plumbing, electrical, security, janitorial, and other facility needs.
- Track work orders and ensure issues are resolved in a timely manner.
- Coordinate the physical setup and closure of branch locations, including furniture, signage, supplies, and equipment.
- Communicate with branch leadership regarding work orders, deliveries, delays, and service schedules.

Purchasing & Vendor Management

- Review branch supply and purchasing requests.
- Obtain vendor quotes and competitive pricing when needed.
- Route purchases and work orders through appropriate approval processes.
- Manage corporate supply and vendor information.
- Maintain inventory and ordering databases.
- Assist branches with ordering portals, credentials, and purchasing processes.

Financial & Administrative Support

- Track operational expenses and purchasing approvals.
- Prepare monthly expense and cost-allocation reports for Accounting.
- Maintain accurate purchasing, inventory, and work order records.
- Identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency and control costs.

Team Leadership

- Supervise and coordinate the daily activities of support staff.
- Train and develop Ordering and Purchasing Support Specialists.
- Monitor accuracy, productivity, and adherence to established processes.
- Provide guidance and support to ensure branch requests are handled efficiently.

Warehouse & Logistics

- Process and fulfill branch purchase orders and corporate store requests.
- Receive and safely unload incoming deliveries.
- Organize and maintain warehouse inventory and storage areas.
- Pick, pack, and ship merchandise to branches.
- Verify SKUs, quantities, and order information before shipment.
- Inspect incoming and outgoing products for damage or discrepancies.
- Perform routine inventory counts and audits.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe warehouse environment.

Qualifications

- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 3–5+ years of experience in corporate operations, facilities, procurement, supply chain, or a related field.
- Previous experience working in a warehouse or fulfillment environment .
- 1–2+ years of supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to manage multiple requests and priorities across multiple locations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, inventory systems, or similar software.
- Experience with facility ticketing or work order systems is a plus.

Physical Requirements

- Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the workday.
- Ability to work on your feet for extended periods, up to 8 hours per day.
- Ability to safely lift, carry, and maneuver packages and bulk inventory.

Why Join Us?

Join a growing organization where your work directly supports staffing branches across the company. This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys operations, problem-solving, purchasing, logistics, and supporting multiple teams.

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