Director of Purchasing
Gables Search Group
Florence, SC
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.
About the Company
Gables Search Group
Gables Search Group headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio has been a leader in search and placement nationwide since 2002. Our company specializes in both direct and contract (temporary) staffing in all industries and disciplines.
At Gables Search Group, we connect exceptional professionals with outstanding organizations. Our commitment to integrity, excellence, partnership, innovation, and respect sets us apart. With a personalized approach to recruitment, we ensure the perfect match between candidates and employers.
Whether you are a talented professional seeking new opportunities or an organization looking to build a high-performing team, Gables Search Group is here to guide you through the journey. Our success is built on the success of our clients and candidates, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the careers and businesses we serve.