Warehouse & Purchasing Manager

Job description

Exciting Opportunity to Join Our Legacy of Environmental Leadership!

About Us: At Arcwood Environmental, we are more than just a company; we are pioneers in industrial waste management, committed to creating a cleaner, safer world.

Since our inception during the environmental movement of the 1970s, we've been at the forefront of solving complex environmental challenges.

Headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana with a dedicated team of 2,000+ employees spread across the United States, we provide innovative and compliant solutions to thousands of clients in diverse industries.

Why Arcwood?

• Impactful Work: Be part of a team that makes a real difference.
  
  Our comprehensive services range from hazardous waste management and emergency response to onsite support and technical solutions, allow us to solve our customers' waste challenges.
  
  We are part of the solution.
  
  We don't generate any waste ourselves.
• Growth Opportunities: At Arcwood, your contribution is valued beyond your job title.
  
  We believe in the power of continuous learning and growth, encouraging every employee to expand their skills and take on new challenges.
• Safety First: Your health and safety are our top priorities.
  
  We foster a culture where every employee is empowered to act safely and ensure the well-being of their colleagues.
  
  Our mantra is Safe and Compliant - Always.
• Collaborative Environment: Together we can achieve much more.
  
  Join a supportive and dynamic team where your ideas and efforts are recognized and rewarded.

Our Commitment: We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and innovative workplace where every employee can thrive.

As part of our team, you will have the freedom to contribute your expertise wherever needed, ensuring the success of our mission to protect the environment.

Our Vision: Our vision is to be the most trusted partner in the environmental services industry.

We put our customers first and deliver agile, sustainable, and innovative solutions.

We commit to nurturing top talent and creating lasting value for our customers, shareholders, communities, and the planet.

Our Ownership: Arcwood Environmental is backed by the EQT Infrastructure VI fund, enhancing our capabilities, and expanding our reach.

EQT is a dynamic global investment powerhouse managing EUR 232 billion in assets (EUR 128 billion fee-generating).

With a focus on Private Capital and Real Assets, EQT owns and supports leading companies across Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Americas, fostering sustainable growth, operational excellence, and market leadership.

This exciting ownership positions us for continued impacts and growth in the future.

Warehouse & Purchasing Manager
As a key member of Arcwood Environmental's Procurement Team, the Warehouse & Purchasing Manager is responsible for managing all operational purchasing activities at the site level across multiple categories.

This role oversees purchase order issuance, supplier performance monitoring, inventory control, and continuity of supply-ensuring minimal disruptions to operations.

This position is central to driving strategic procurement initiatives and delivering value by acting as the primary point of contact for all site-level purchases.

As Arcwood transforms its procurement model, this role will play a pivotal part in streamlining local procurement operations, optimizing supplier relationships, achieving cost efficiencies, and upholding sustainability goals.

The Warehouse and Purchasing Manager will help align procurement activities with the company's mission of innovation, operational excellence, and environmental responsibility.

Essential Functions & Requirements:

• Prioritizes health and safety by adhering to policies, processes, and maintaining safe practices at all times
• Oversees the purchasing and inventory functions at designated plant sites to ensure continuity of supplies
• Manages warehouse personnel, schedules work hours, advises on personnel issues, and completes performance reviews and disciplinary actions as needed
• Mentors warehouse team members to foster a continuous improvement mindset and promote our core value of The Freedom to Do More
• Creates, codes, and receives purchase orders in PeopleSoft and KeepStock inventory systems
• Orders materials and schedules deliveries for operational needs and inventory replenishment
• Monitors market trends, pricing, supplier reliability, and delivery schedules to anticipate material needs and align with Corporate procurement strategies
• Manages a robust cycle count program and conducts root cause analyses for inventory discrepancies
• Develops and maintains strong vendor relationships to ensure consistent and cost-effective supplies
• Executes purchasing strategies focused on cost reduction, supplier quality, and performance improvement
• Collaborates with plant leadership, safety teams, and operations leads to address site-specific requirements
• Maintains and updates Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) related to site inventory systems and processes
• Resolves supplier issues involving delivery, quality, pricing, or terms of sale
• Supports the organization in optimizing asset utilization and reducing operational costs
• Acts as a key liaison between Corporate procurement and field operations to ensure efficient use of company resources at both local and national levels
• Contributes to shaping and executing the strategic vision for procurement at Arcwood
• Promotes a positive, inclusive, and high-morale work environment across all levels of the organization
• Maintains the ability to travel to other locations as needed, up to 10%
• Takes on additional duties as assigned to support the team and organization

Education:

• Bachelor's degree (required); coursework in business, supply chain/operations, finance, or engineering (preferred)

Experience:

• 5+ years of purchasing and warehousing experience in an industrial setting (required) -OR-
• In lieu of experience, a Bachelor's degree in supply chain, operations, or engineering (required)
• 5+ years of management experience (required)
• Previous experience in the hazardous waste or environmental services industry (preferred)

Competencies:

• Familiarity with procurement of chemicals, lab supplies, maintenance parts, and related goods
• Working knowledge of Oracle PeopleSoft and KeepStock or similar inventory management system
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ERP systems
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with both senior management and entry-level operations
• Advanced consulting, influencing and negotiation skills with the ability to ensure strategic alignment with multiple parties
• Demonstrated leadership and project management skills with the ability to lead in a dynamic environment
• Self-motivated with the ability to develop strategic, tactical and operational direction and meet committed deadlines
• Ability to collaborate and bridge gaps across functional boundaries
• Strong analytical and critical problem-solving skills
• Strong business acumen and ability to develop a team that supports Operations with a focus on both internal and external customer satisfaction
• Regular and predictable attendance to perform the functions and requirements of this role

Benefits, Compensation, & Workforce Diversity: Arcwood offers competitive pay and bonus incentives.

Benefits include choice of medical, dental, and vision plans, flexible spending or health savings accounts, employee and dependent life insurance, short and long-term disability, 401(k) savings plan with 7% company match, and tuition reimbursement.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans & Disabilities

A post-offer drug screen and background check will be required.

Required Skill Profession

Operations Specialties Managers