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Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.
Job Description
We are looking for a Commodity Purchasing Manager to join our Mayer Team Remotely!
**We are hiring throughout the region. While this position is advertised broadly, the selected candidate will report to and work from the company location nearest their residence. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of a company branch. This is not a fully remote position.
Summary:
The Commodity Purchasing Manager is responsible for Commodities management/purchasing in developing and implementing a business plan to increase sales and market share in the Commodities Category. Maintains a clear understanding of the regional market and gives guidance to the Commercial, Pricing, and Procurement teams.
What You'll Do:
- In partnership with the region Procurement groups and vendors, negotiates on commodity needs within the region. Includes cost negotiation and local rebate negotiation
- Commercial support on projects and blanket negotiation in line with Offer Plan and Commercial Story with the branch and regional teams
- Work with Pricing and Procurement teams on system cost management driven by understanding market dynamics as well as profitability of the category
- Has a clear view on the regional market and gives guidance to the commercial teams
- Develop plans with our Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers at a regional and local level to yield better market growth as well as achieve back margin objectives
- Responsible for achieving the sales goals identified in the planning process
- Responsible for ensuring that projects and new market opportunities are identified, and successful sales plans implemented for each
- Actively promote products through participation at local trade shows, customer seminars, and other local distributor promotions
- Work with the commercial teams to identify and develop new service offerings as they relate to the Commodity Category
- Establish appropriate metrics to track the local success of product launches and promotional programs to meet local sales objectives. Takes corrective action when necessary to maximize effectiveness
- Responsibility for Commodity category for purchasing activities. Defined as Generic and Non-Generic
- Develop and implement strategies to attack competition and increase market penetration using marketing tools (i.e., Digital Tools, promotions, service tools, etc.)
- Other duties as assigned
Job Duties Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.
Qualifications
What You'll Need
- 5+ years of purchasing, sales, or related experience
- Experience in Commodity Management in Electrical or related industry
- Practical experience within the electrical supply distribution industry a plus
- 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Required
- Bachelor's Degree in sales or marketing
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Understanding of market dynamics and ability to drive the most effective supplier alignment
- Knowledge of related products and services to core category, and ability to implement complimentary strategies to achieve objectives
- Ability to read and write routine reports or job orders
- Ability to speak effectively with customers or employees within the organization
- Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP systems
- Ability to understand market conditions, competitive forces, determine market share, and identify opportunities for growth
Additional Information
Physical Demands:
- Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly – at least 51%
- Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%
- Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%
- Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51%
Weight and Force Demands:
- Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20%
Working Environment:
- Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally – up to 20%
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401K with Employer Match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- HSA Accounts
- Commuter Transit Benefits
- Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
- Employee Discount Programs
- Professional Training & Development Programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within
Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
Rexel USA is one of the largest distributors of electrical products, data communication, wireless communication and related supplies in the United States. Rexel USA operates its electrical distribution business in the United States through eight Regions that go to market under various banner and trade names, including Rexel, Rexel Automation, Gexpro, Mayer, Talley and Platt Electric Supply. In addition to an online store, Rexel USA has a distribution network of over 460 warehouse storefront locations throughout the U.S.
Job Description
We are looking for a Commodity Purchasing Manager to join our Mayer Team Remotely!
**We are hiring throughout the region. While this position is advertised broadly, the selected candidate will report to and work from the company location nearest their residence. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance of a company branch. This is not a fully remote position.
Summary:
The Commodity Purchasing Manager is responsible for Commodities management/purchasing in developing and implementing a business plan to increase sales and market share in the Commodities Category. Maintains a clear understanding of the regional market and gives guidance to the Commercial, Pricing, and Procurement teams.
What You'll Do:
- In partnership with the region Procurement groups and vendors, negotiates on commodity needs within the region. Includes cost negotiation and local rebate negotiation
- Commercial support on projects and blanket negotiation in line with Offer Plan and Commercial Story with the branch and regional teams
- Work with Pricing and Procurement teams on system cost management driven by understanding market dynamics as well as profitability of the category
- Has a clear view on the regional market and gives guidance to the commercial teams
- Develop plans with our Tier 1 and Tier 2 suppliers at a regional and local level to yield better market growth as well as achieve back margin objectives
- Responsible for achieving the sales goals identified in the planning process
- Responsible for ensuring that projects and new market opportunities are identified, and successful sales plans implemented for each
- Actively promote products through participation at local trade shows, customer seminars, and other local distributor promotions
- Work with the commercial teams to identify and develop new service offerings as they relate to the Commodity Category
- Establish appropriate metrics to track the local success of product launches and promotional programs to meet local sales objectives. Takes corrective action when necessary to maximize effectiveness
- Responsibility for Commodity category for purchasing activities. Defined as Generic and Non-Generic
- Develop and implement strategies to attack competition and increase market penetration using marketing tools (i.e., Digital Tools, promotions, service tools, etc.)
- Other duties as assigned
Job Duties Disclaimer:
The information contained in this job description is intended to describe the essential job functions required of those assigned to this job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the job. Please note that management retains the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. The ability to competently perform all the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, demonstrate commitment to effective customer service delivery, integrity, and the ability to work productively as a member of a team or work group are basic requirements of all positions at Rexel USA.
Qualifications
What You'll Need
- 5+ years of purchasing, sales, or related experience
- Experience in Commodity Management in Electrical or related industry
- Practical experience within the electrical supply distribution industry a plus
- 4 Year / Bachelor's Degree - Required
- Bachelor's Degree in sales or marketing
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Understanding of market dynamics and ability to drive the most effective supplier alignment
- Knowledge of related products and services to core category, and ability to implement complimentary strategies to achieve objectives
- Ability to read and write routine reports or job orders
- Ability to speak effectively with customers or employees within the organization
- Experience with Microsoft Office and ERP systems
- Ability to understand market conditions, competitive forces, determine market share, and identify opportunities for growth
Additional Information
Physical Demands:
- Sit: Must be able to remain in a stationary position - Constantly – at least 51%
- Walk: Must be able to move about inside/outside office or work location - Frequently – 21% to 50%
- Use hands to finger, handle, or feel: Operates a computer and other office machinery - Constantly – at least 51%
- Talk, hear, taste, smell: Must be able to use senses to effectively communicate with co-workers and clients and detect hazardous conditions - Constantly – at least 51%
Weight and Force Demands:
- Up to 10 pounds - Occasionally – up to 20%
Working Environment:
- Travels to offsite locations - Occasionally – up to 20%
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
Our Benefits Include:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- 401K with Employer Match
- Paid vacation and sick time
- Paid company holidays plus flexible personal days per year
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health & Wellness Programs
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- HSA Accounts
- Commuter Transit Benefits
- Additional Optional Insurance such as Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, Critical Illness, Home and Auto Insurance to name a few.
- Employee Discount Programs
- Professional Training & Development Programs
- Career Advancement Opportunities – We like to promote from within
Our goal is to create a workplace where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to succeed as we understand that our success and innovation is enhanced by an inclusive and diverse workforce.
Rexel USA (A VEVRAA Federal Contractor), and its affiliated companies, is an EEO/Disabled/Veterans employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by law.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Chemicals & Materials
- Staffing & Recruiting
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote purchasing and inventory manager jobs.
- Three to five years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or inventory management
- Proficiency with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics
- Demonstrated skills in demand forecasting, reorder point analysis, and safety stock planning
- Experience managing supplier relationships, contracts, and vendor performance metrics
- Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP) or Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM) preferred
Tips for Your Remote Purchasing and Inventory Manager Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote purchasing and inventory manager openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly without sorting through listings that aren't actually remote.
Show your procurement software fluency upfront
Remote hiring managers can't watch you work, so your resume and cover letter need to name the specific platforms you've used, whether that's Coupa, SAP Ariba, NetSuite, or a warehouse management system. Naming the tools signals you can operate independently without an in-office IT desk or on-site training.
Prove you manage supplier relationships across time zones
Remote purchasing roles often involve vendors in different regions. Call out examples where you coordinated purchase orders, resolved delivery issues, or renegotiated contracts entirely through written channels and video calls. That experience directly answers the question every remote employer is asking.
Prepare to walk through a remote inventory scenario
Remote interviews for inventory and purchasing roles frequently include a scenario question about how you'd handle a stockout, a supplier delay, or a discrepancy in your ERP data without being on-site. Rehearse a specific example that shows your process for escalating, communicating, and resolving the issue asynchronously.
Remote Purchasing and Inventory Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote purchasing and inventory manager job?
Target e-commerce companies, third-party logistics firms, and distributed manufacturing operations, since these sectors have built the vendor management and procurement workflows that transfer cleanly to remote teams. Remote employers screen for self-directed work habits, strong written communication with suppliers and stakeholders, and fluency with procurement software like Coupa, SAP Ariba, or NetSuite. Candidates who can show documented cost-savings results and experience managing supplier relationships across time zones move to the top of the list.
Which companies hire remote purchasing and inventory managers?
Companies hiring remote purchasing and inventory managers right now include Onco360, dbmg, and Jobot, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote-first e-commerce brands, third-party logistics providers, and distributed consumer goods companies make up the largest share of these openings.
Can you get a remote purchasing and inventory manager job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry roles in this field are harder to land because employers expect you to manage vendor relationships and inventory decisions independently from day one. Companies most likely to hire entry-level remote candidates are smaller e-commerce operations and startups building out their supply chain function. Showing proficiency in an inventory or ERP system, even from coursework or freelance projects, and demonstrating clear written communication skills can open the door when direct experience is thin.
Do you need a degree for remote purchasing and inventory manager jobs?
Not always. Many remote employers care more about demonstrated procurement and inventory management results than a specific degree. Certifications like APICS CPIM or ISM CPSM carry real weight, and candidates who can show measurable outcomes, such as reduced carrying costs or improved supplier on-time delivery rates, regularly move forward without a four-year degree. That said, roles at larger or more structured organizations often list a business or supply chain degree as a baseline requirement.
Which industries hire the most remote purchasing and inventory managers?
Remote purchasing and inventory manager roles concentrate in Chemicals & Materials and Staffing & Recruiting, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors hire remotely because their procurement and inventory functions are built around digital tools and supplier portals that work just as well across distributed teams as they do in a central office.
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