Procurement Specialist - Direct Materials

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Procurement Specialist - Direct Materials

Req Id: 12703

Job Location: Nashville

Posting Start Date: 8/14/26

Work Environment: Hybrid

Job Description:

Job Purpose

The Procurement Specialist, Direct Materials, is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, purchasing, and managing raw materials required to support manufacturing and operational needs. This role ensures the timely availability of materials while optimizing cost, quality, inventory levels, and supplier performance. This position collaborates closely with suppliers, supply planning, GBS, quality, logistics, legal, and finance teams to maintain a reliable and cost-effective supply chain.

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Source and procure raw materials in accordance with production schedules and business requirements.
• Manage supplier relationships and maintain a qualified supplier base.
• Negotiate pricing, payment terms, contracts, and supply agreements to achieve cost savings and favorable commercial terms.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with planning teams to ensure adequate material availability while minimizing excess inventory.
• Manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
• Track supplier performance related to quality, delivery, responsiveness, and cost competitiveness.
• Resolve supply, quality, and delivery issues in coordination with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and supply chain risks to support purchasing decisions.
• Support new product introductions by identifying and qualifying raw material sources.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, supplier documentation, and purchasing data within ERP systems.
• Work with logistics teams to coordinate inbound shipments and optimize transportation costs.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, regulatory requirements, and sustainability initiatives.
• Develop and implement cost reduction and supplier development strategies.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

What do I need to be successful?

Experience:

• 1-3 years of work experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, supply chain, purchasing, or a related field. required
• Supporting direct materials or manufacturing operations preferred
• Experience should include supplier management, purchase orders, negotiations, inventory planning, and issue resolution. required
• ERP systems, market analysis, and cross-functional experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Analytical and problem-solving abilities
• An understanding of risk assessment and mitigation
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Attention to detail
• Organization and prioritization skills
• Ability for decision-making under pressure

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Arts/Sciences (BA/BS) Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, Operations, or a related field. required

Work Environment

• Hybrid Work Evironment - Remote/Office

Information at a Glance

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WE'RE BUILDING WHAT MATTERS

At LP, innovation isn't just about building materials-it's about building up our people. We prioritize your well-being, champion community impact, and strengthen connections that make everyone's purpose feel seen, heard, and respected. We don't just offer jobs-we build careers through mentorship, training, and support. Better people make a better LP.

CAREERS

We're building CAREERS by providing resources and support to help you grow, including:

Continued education assistance

Professional development resources

Clear career pathing and leadership

advancement opportunities

CONNECTIONS

We're building CONNECTIONS by fostering a culture where everyone feels safe, seen, and respected, through:

A strong commitment to inclusion and

belonging

Recognition and rewards through our internal

appreciation programs

Support for work-life balance through flexible

schedules, generous paid leave, and a hybrid

work environment for corporate team

members

WELL-BEING

We're building WELL-BEING by prioritizing safety, health, and wellness every day with:

An award-winning safety program

Competitive health and wellness benefits

Retirement plan matching, profit sharing, and

bonus opportunities at all levels

PURPOSE

We're building PURPOSE by making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve, through:

Group volunteer opportunities

Financial support for local charities and

educational institutions

Fostering future talent through school

partnerships, career fairs, and community

engagement initiatives

Ready to be part of something bigger? Join us in building what truly matters.

ABOUT LP

We are a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. Since our founding in 1972, we've developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America.

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